The fine flowers of the quince open for a short time between May and June. She announces the growth of late quince fruit. Learn more about the appearance.
particularities
On the quince tree, the flowers open directly at the tips of the branches. These only thrive on new shoots. These are annuals and die off again after the end of the vegetation period. This should be taken into account when cutting.
Characteristics of the flower:
- Peduncle: 5 millimeters (hairy)
- Diameter: 5 centimeters
- fivefold, radially symmetrical
- perianth: double
- floral cup: bell-shaped
- Petals: white and pink, 1.8 centimeters
- sepals: hirsute, 5 to 6 millimeters long
- 20 stamens: about 8 millimeters
- 5 carpels: inferior with numerous ovules
The quince is hermaphroditic and self-pollinating. For this reason, no special trees need to be in the immediate vicinity.
tips and tricks
The quince is grown all over the world. Apple-shaped and elongated variants are enchanting in autumn.
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