Quince is a low-maintenance medium-size deciduous tree or shrub.  Its fruit is a bright golden-yellow colour and looks slightly like a pear.  Often grown into an ornamental tree because of its stunning pale pink flowers.

Quince grows best in full sun, but can also tolerate semi-shaded areas.  It makes the perfect indoor or container plant as it has aromatic fruits.

• Tolerates temperatures as low as 7°C
• Estimated height: 5-8m
• Estimated width: 4-6m
• Planting distance: 4m
• Drought-resistant

Cultivars: Missouri Mammoth, Portugal, Powell’s Prize, De Vranja, Appleshaped, Champion, Orange, Rea’s Mammoth, Smyrna, Mummery’s Seedling, Fuller’s, Pineapple, Master’s Early, De Bourgeaut, Van Deman.

Pollen compatibility: Self-pollinating.

Water requirements: Water once per week. 25ml.

Fun facts: Quince contains tons of antioxidants, is high in nutrients and may even help treat stomach ulcers.