Cydonia oblonga 'Smyrna' - Turkish Quince
Cydonia oblonga 'Smyrna' - Turkish Quince
Large, fragrant, bright yellow fruit with pale yellow tart flesh from March to May.
Fruit must be cooked as it is very tart and hard but is perfect for jams, cider, chutneys and sauces.
Self-pollinating with small white-pink blossoms adorn the tree in Spring and Summer.
Good autumn colour with leaves turning bright yellow.
Pot Size: 30 cm / 300 mm
Cydonia oblonga 'Smyrna' - Turkish Quince
Large, fragrant, bright yellow fruit with pale yellow tart flesh from March to May.
Fruit must be cooked as it is very tart and hard but is perfect for jams, cider, chutneys and sauces.
Self-pollinating with small white-pink blossoms adorn the tree in Spring and Summer.
Good autumn colour with leaves turning bright yellow.
Pot Size: 30 cm / 300 mm
| Common Name | Turkish Quince |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Cydonia oblonga 'Smyrna' |
| Position | Full Sun, Part Shade |
| Height | 4-10m |
| Width | 4-10m |
| Flower Colour | Pink |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Fragrance | Scented |
| Cold Tolerance | Frost tolerant |
| Flower Season | Winter |
| Pot Size | 300mm (30cm) |
| Origin | Exotic |
| Hates | Wet feet |
| Swane's Says | Prune tree when planting to encourage new growth. Needs protection during hot dry winds to avoid loss of fruit |
