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PSEUDOCYDONIA sinensis
Commonly known as Chinese quince
Semi-evergreen with flaking bark. Solitary pink flowers in spring and then large yellow egg-shaped or quince-like fruits
£30.00 each
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Ornamental bark
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
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Semi-evergreenKeeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.Oval, finely-toothed, dark-green leaves to 10cm (4in) long.
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red) -
Cup-shaped
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Fully hardy
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Serrulate
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Height
6m (20ft) -
Spread
6m (20ft)
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Tall ShrubSpreading shrub or small tree. Grey and white bark. Produces flowers to 4cm (1½in) across, gradually throughout spring, followed after hot summers by ovoid fruits to 15cm (6in) long which give off an intense, sweet aroma as they ripen.
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Pruning group 8
Suitable for: Wall trained shrubs and less vigorous climbers.
Action: For climbers 'spur prune' by cutting back 3-4 buds of the permanent framework. For wall trained shrubs cut back flowered shoots to within 2-4 buds of permanent framework.
When: Annually after flowers if on previous year's growth, or in late Winter or Spring if on current year's growth.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soil
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Against a wall
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Full sun
Warm sheltered spot, shelter from frosts and cold winds -
Mature Size6m (20ft)
6m (20ft)
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Pseudocydonia sinensis - Growing Guide
