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5ft 'Geant du Portugal' Quince Tree | 9L Pot | 2 Years Old

5ft 'Geant du Portugal' Quince Tree | 9L Pot | 2 Years Old

5ft 'Geant du Portugal' Quince Tree | 9L Pot | 2 Years Old

Name: 5ft 'Geant du Portugal' Quince Tree | 9L Pot | 2 Years Old
Brand: Winters Hill
SKU: shopify_GB_15178766418299_55626520920443
Price: 39.99 GBP
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Highlights
Variety Specifications
Planting & Care

A heritage variety from 17th century Britain, prized for its high-quality, greenish-yellow fruits.
A compact and attractive tree, featuring beautiful clusters of light pink flowers in spring.
Produces a heavy and consistent yield, with an early harvest from mid-September.
Self-fertile, so a pollination partner is not required for a good crop.
Fruits have a soft texture and mild flavour, perfect for jams, jellies, and liqueurs.
Fruits can be stored for up to three months, developing their full flavour after six weeks.
Expertly pruned before dispatch to encourage strong, bushy growth.

Species: Quince
Features: Heavy cropper, Heritage, Self fertile
Flowering Time: April, May
Harvest Time: September, October, November
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Eventual Spread: 4m
Habit: Bushy
Hardiness: Fully Hardy
Soil Type: Any fertile, well-drained soil
Pruning: Some structural pruning required
Uses: Jams, jellies, liqueur
Tasting Notes: Soft texture and mild flavour

Planting Time: Plant your tree from January to March or November to December.
Planting: Plant trees 4m apart to allow for spreading. This tree prefers fertile, well-draining soil but can tolerate clay if drainage is improved by mixing in fine horticultural grit or perlite.
Watering: Water in thoroughly when planting. For the first few months, water every other day, reducing to twice a week until autumn. In the second year, the root system should be established, so only water during dry spells when the leaves start to wilt. It is better to water heavily and less frequently to encourage deep root growth.
Feeding: No feeding is required as the tree will get all the nutrients it needs from the soil.
Pruning: Some structural pruning should be done each winter to maintain a productive shape, improve yields, and prevent disease.
Pollination: This variety is self-fertile and doesn't require a pollination partner. However, crops may be improved if another quince from the same pollination group is nearby.
Pests & Disease: This tree has excellent resistance to most problems. Good pruning will increase airflow and help prevent bacterial disease. Keep an eye out for fire blight and pear scab, which are rare but may require action.
Harvesting: Harvest from mid-September. Fruits can be stored in a cool, dry, dark place on shallow trays for up to three months. Allow six weeks for the fruits to mature before use. You may see your first quince after one year, but expect substantial crops after another 2-3 years.

Product Specifications

Height on Arrival: 120-150cm inc. pot
Supplied As: 9L poly-pot
Rootstock: Quince A rootstock
Eventual Height: 4m
Spacing: 4m
Time to First Crop: 1 Year

Highlights

A heritage variety from 17th century Britain, prized for its high-quality, greenish-yellow fruits.
A compact and attractive tree, featuring beautiful clusters of light pink flowers in spring.
Produces a heavy and consistent yield, with an early harvest from mid-September.
Self-fertile, so a pollination partner is not required for a good crop.
Fruits have a soft texture and mild flavour, perfect for jams, jellies, and liqueurs.
Fruits can be stored for up to three months, developing their full flavour after six weeks.
Expertly pruned before dispatch to encourage strong, bushy growth.

Variety Specifications

Species: Quince
Features: Heavy cropper, Heritage, Self fertile
Flowering Time: April, May
Harvest Time: September, October, November
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Eventual Spread: 4m
Habit: Bushy
Hardiness: Fully Hardy
Soil Type: Any fertile, well-drained soil
Pruning: Some structural pruning required
Uses: Jams, jellies, liqueur
Tasting Notes: Soft texture and mild flavour

Planting & Care

Planting Time: Plant your tree from January to March or November to December.
Planting: Plant trees 4m apart to allow for spreading. This tree prefers fertile, well-draining soil but can tolerate clay if drainage is improved by mixing in fine horticultural grit or perlite.
Watering: Water in thoroughly when planting. For the first few months, water every other day, reducing to twice a week until autumn. In the second year, the root system should be established, so only water during dry spells when the leaves start to wilt. It is better to water heavily and less frequently to encourage deep root growth.
Feeding: No feeding is required as the tree will get all the nutrients it needs from the soil.
Pruning: Some structural pruning should be done each winter to maintain a productive shape, improve yields, and prevent disease.
Pollination: This variety is self-fertile and doesn't require a pollination partner. However, crops may be improved if another quince from the same pollination group is nearby.
Pests & Disease: This tree has excellent resistance to most problems. Good pruning will increase airflow and help prevent bacterial disease. Keep an eye out for fire blight and pear scab, which are rare but may require action.
Harvesting: Harvest from mid-September. Fruits can be stored in a cool, dry, dark place on shallow trays for up to three months. Allow six weeks for the fruits to mature before use. You may see your first quince after one year, but expect substantial crops after another 2-3 years.