How to Grow Quince
The quince (Cydonia oblonga) is native to the Caucasus region in southwest Asia. It is a deciduous tree related to apples and pears and is mature when it is 15 to 25 feet high. The fruit resembles a pear and is a bright yellow when ripe, measuring three to five inches in length and about three inches in width. The following steps will show how to grow quince. Does this Spark an idea?
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Select a location with full sun and shelter from the wind. The soil should be heavy so that it won't dry out and have a neutral pH. Quinces have a low tolerance for humidity but can survive deep freezes and actually need a period of weather below 44 degrees to flower properly.
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Provide plenty of mulch and water during the growing season; little care is needed during the dormant period.
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Propagate quince by cuttings or seeds. They are subject to the same insects that attack apples and pears and should be treated with pesticides during the dormant period. Quinces also are particularly vulnerable to a bacterial infection called fire blight.
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Plant only one tree if desired. Quinces can self-pollinate, although the yield may be improved with cross pollination. Remember that quinces can be prolific fruit producers even into old age.
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Pick the fruits in October or early November before the first frost. They can ripen on the tree in warm climates or the fruit may be stored in loosely packed boxes where they will also continue to ripen.
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