5ft 'Serbian Gold' Quince Tree | Bare Root | 2 Years Old
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- Highlights
- Variety Specifications
- Planting & Care
- An RHS Award of Garden Merit winner, originating from Serbia.
- Produces greenish-yellow, apple-shaped fruits with a rich, aromatic taste.
- The flesh turns a beautiful rose pink when cooked, perfect for jams and jellies.
- A compact, self-fertile tree with white to pale pink blossoms in spring.
- Thrives in milder climates, ideally sheltered against a south-facing wall.
- Harvest from September; fruits can be stored for up to three months.
- Arrives expertly pruned to encourage strong, bushy growth.
- Species: Quince
- Features: Heritage, Self fertile
- Flowering Time: April, May
- Harvest Time: September, October, November
- Planting Time: January, February, March, November, December
- Flower Colour: White, pink
- Position: Full sun, Partial shade
- Eventual Spread: 4m
- Habit: Bushy
- Hardiness: Fully Hardy (H5)
- Pest & Disease Resistance: Excellent
- Soil Type: Any fertile, well-drained soil
- Pruning: Some structural pruning required
- Tasting Notes: Aromatic and fragrant
- Uses: Jams, jellies, liqueur
- Planting: Plant 4m apart in a sunny or partially shaded, sheltered spot. Prefers fertile, well-drained soil; if using clay soil, improve drainage by mixing in horticultural grit. Water in thoroughly after planting.
- Watering: Water bare root trees only during dry spells. Water regularly for the first year until established, giving a good soaking less frequently rather than little and often to encourage deep root growth.
- Pruning: Prune each winter to maintain a productive shape, improve airflow, and prevent disease.
- Pollination: This tree is self-fertile (Pollination Group 2) but may produce a better crop if a compatible partner is nearby.
- Harvesting: Pick from September. Store fruits on shallow trays in a cool, dark, dry place for up to three months. Allow them to mature for six weeks before cooking.
- Feeding: No feeding is required as the tree will get all the nutrients it needs from the soil.
Product Specifications
- Height on Arrival: 120-150cm
- Supplied As: Bare root
- Rootstock: Quince A (limits growth to approx. 4m)
- Eventual Height: 4m
- Spacing: 4m
- Time to First Crop: 1 Year (substantial crops after 3-4 years)
Highlights
- An RHS Award of Garden Merit winner, originating from Serbia.
- Produces greenish-yellow, apple-shaped fruits with a rich, aromatic taste.
- The flesh turns a beautiful rose pink when cooked, perfect for jams and jellies.
- A compact, self-fertile tree with white to pale pink blossoms in spring.
- Thrives in milder climates, ideally sheltered against a south-facing wall.
- Harvest from September; fruits can be stored for up to three months.
- Arrives expertly pruned to encourage strong, bushy growth.
Variety Specifications
- Species: Quince
- Features: Heritage, Self fertile
- Flowering Time: April, May
- Harvest Time: September, October, November
- Planting Time: January, February, March, November, December
- Flower Colour: White, pink
- Position: Full sun, Partial shade
- Eventual Spread: 4m
- Habit: Bushy
- Hardiness: Fully Hardy (H5)
- Pest & Disease Resistance: Excellent
- Soil Type: Any fertile, well-drained soil
- Pruning: Some structural pruning required
- Tasting Notes: Aromatic and fragrant
- Uses: Jams, jellies, liqueur
Planting & Care
- Planting: Plant 4m apart in a sunny or partially shaded, sheltered spot. Prefers fertile, well-drained soil; if using clay soil, improve drainage by mixing in horticultural grit. Water in thoroughly after planting.
- Watering: Water bare root trees only during dry spells. Water regularly for the first year until established, giving a good soaking less frequently rather than little and often to encourage deep root growth.
- Pruning: Prune each winter to maintain a productive shape, improve airflow, and prevent disease.
- Pollination: This tree is self-fertile (Pollination Group 2) but may produce a better crop if a compatible partner is nearby.
- Harvesting: Pick from September. Store fruits on shallow trays in a cool, dark, dry place for up to three months. Allow them to mature for six weeks before cooking.
- Feeding: No feeding is required as the tree will get all the nutrients it needs from the soil.
Product Specifications
- Height on Arrival: 120-150cm
- Supplied As: Bare root
- Rootstock: Quince A (limits growth to approx. 4m)
- Eventual Height: 4m
- Spacing: 4m
- Time to First Crop: 1 Year (substantial crops after 3-4 years)
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