Cydonia oblonga 'Serbian Gold' (F)
quince 'Serbian Gold'
A compact tree with oval leaves that have grey, downy undersides. White to pale pink flowers in spring are followed by edible, roundish, aromatic yellow fruits that can be picked in early autumn
Size
Ultimate height
2.5–4 metresTime to ultimate height
10–20 yearsUltimate spread
2.5–4 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | White Pink | Green Grey Silver | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green Grey Silver | |||
| Autumn | Green Grey Silver | Yellow | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical 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
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Edible fruit
Pruning
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids and caterpillars
Diseases
May be susceptible to quince leaf blight, fireblight, brown rot and powdery mildews
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