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Rich's Quince
Scientific Name: Cydonia oblonga 'Rich's'
Plant type
tree, fruit / vegetable
size
- H: 15'-20'
- W: 10'-15'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Rich's Quince plant details
Rich's Quince is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or tree with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge followed by yellow fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Rich's Quince
- Plant type: fruit / vegetable or tree
- Plant family: rosaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring
- Uses: edible
GROWING CONDITIONS for Rich's Quince
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
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How to Grow Rich's Quince
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
Fruit
- yellow
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
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Zones
5a-8b
Size
Height: 15'-20'
Width: 12'
- sun
- regular
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 10'-25'
Width: 20'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-5'
Width: 5'
- sun - shade
- regular - low
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Plant Type
Tree, Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
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Size
Height: 20'
Width: 12'
- sun
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