Plant profile
Quince
Quince
Cydonia oblonga
Expected availability · 2030
Fruit tree/shrub OrchardPlannedManaged Orchard
At a Glance
TartSweetTart to Sweet: position 1 of 5
SoftFirmSoft to Firm: position 1 of 5
DryJuicyDry to Juicy: position 1 of 5
MildBoldMild to Bold: position 1 of 5
KitchenFresh EatingKitchen to Fresh Eating: position 1 of 5
About
An intensely aromatic yellow fruit related to apples and pears; raw fruit is hard and tart, but cooking transforms it.
Harvest & Use
Made for preserves, jelly, poaching, baking, and dishes where fragrance and natural pectin are useful.
Choose This If…
You enjoy cooking or preserving and want a fruit chosen for what heat can transform it into.
Growing requirements
- Water
- Consistent moisture during establishment and fruit development
- Soil
- Fertile soil with organic matter; acidity and fertility needs vary by crop
- Drainage
- Well-drained unless the crop is adapted to wetter conditions
- Growth rate
- Varies by crop and cultivar
Fruit, flower, or harvest traits
See the customer profile above for flavor, texture, harvest use, and distinguishing traits.
Pollination and compatibility
Pollination requirements vary by crop and cultivar.