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Cydonia oblonga 'Vranja' misapplied

quince 'Bereczki'

A deciduous shrub or tree producing pear-shaped, aromatic fruits that ripen to a golden yellow in autumn with juicy yellow flesh that turns pale red when stewed. Dark green, oval leaves with downy, silvery-grey undersides turn yellow in autumn before falling

Synonyms
Cydonia oblonga 'Vranja' misapplied
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Size
Ultimate height
2.5–4 metres
Time to ultimate height
10–20 years
Ultimate spread
2.5–4 metres
Growing conditions
Loam
Clay
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Pink White Green
Summer Green
Autumn Green Yellow Yellow
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

South–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H5
Botanical details
Family
Rosaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Bushy
Potentially harmful
Seeds contain toxins so these should be removed if you are considering eating the fruit, usually grown as an ornamental shrub. Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten - see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants for further information and useful contact numbers
Genus

Cydonia are large deciduous shrubs with simple, ovate leaves and 5-petalled, bowl-shaped pink or white flowers, followed by pear-like fruits, edible when ripe

Name status

Accepted

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in a deep, fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun in a warm, sheltered spot; see quince cultivation

Propagation

Propagate by grafting or by semi-ripe or hardwood cuttings

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Edible fruit
Pruning

Pruning group 1

Pests

May be susceptible to aphids and caterpillars

Diseases

May be susceptible to quince leaf blight, brown rot, fireblight, powdery mildews and honey fungus

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