Cydonia consists of sizable deciduous shrubs featuring simple, ovate foliage. The plants produce bowl-shaped flowers with five petals, which can be pink or white. After flowering, they bear fruits resembling pears, which are suitable for consumption once they mature.

Cydonia

Cydonia japonica 'Simonsii'

Cydonia oblonga 'Agvambari' (F)

Cydonia oblonga 'Aromatnaya' is a deciduous tree or shrub that produces aromatic, round to ovate fruits measuring 7-10 cm in diameter. These fruits mature to a yellow hue in the autumn and can be consumed fresh, a feature not commonly found in other varieties. The foliage consists of mid- to dark green leaves with silvery-grey undersides, which transition to yellow before they drop in the fall.

Cydonia oblonga 'Aromatnaya' (F)

Cydonia oblonga 'Bereczki' is a deciduous shrub or small tree known for its pear-shaped, fragrant fruits that mature to a golden yellow during the autumn months. The flesh of the fruit is yellow and becomes pale red when cooked. The foliage consists of dark green, oval leaves featuring silvery-grey, downy undersides, which transition to yellow before dropping in the fall.

Cydonia oblonga 'Bereczki' (F)

Cydonia oblonga 'Broadview'

'Cydonia oblonga 'Champion' (F)' is a semi-dwarf quince tree, reaching approximately 3 meters in height, known for its exceptional fruit yield. Its foliage consists of green leaves with lighter undersides, which emerge prior to the appearance of white-pink blossoms in the spring. The tree produces sizable, pear-shaped yellow fruits that are aromatic and suitable for making jams and jellies. In the fall, the leaves transition to a yellow hue before they drop.

Cydonia oblonga 'Champion' (F)

Cydonia oblonga 'Custiq'

Cydonia oblonga 'Cydora Robusta'PBR (F)

Cydonia oblonga 'Early Prolific' (F)

Cydonia oblonga 'Ekmek' (F)

Cydonia oblonga 'Eline'PBR (F)

Cydonia oblonga 'Emh'PBR

Cydonia oblonga 'Gamboa' (F)

Cydonia oblonga 'Iranian' is a compact, deciduous tree characterized by its rounded form. In spring, it produces solitary flowers that are pale pink and white, thriving after a period of cooler temperatures below 7 degrees Celsius. By autumn, the tree bears large, pear-shaped fruits that emit a strong fragrance and are notably edible when harvested directly from the tree. The young leaves and fruits are covered in a soft, silvery-grey fuzz. Due to the intense aroma of the quince, it is advisable to store the fruit separately from other varieties to prevent flavor contamination.

Cydonia oblonga 'Iranian' (F)

Cydonia oblonga 'Isfahan' (F)

Cydonia oblonga 'Krymsk' is a medium-sized deciduous tree that typically grows to about 6 meters in height. It features green foliage and produces self-sterile flowers that are white to pale pink in color. These flowers give way to smooth-skinned, bright yellow fruit that is aromatic and known to ripen sufficiently for fresh consumption.

Cydonia oblonga 'Krymsk' (F)

Cydonia oblonga 'Le Bourgeaut' (F)

Cydonia oblonga 'Leskovac' is a deciduous tree or shrub known for its abundant harvest of apple-shaped fruits, which develop a yellow hue by autumn. The foliage consists of mid- to dark green leaves that feature soft, silvery-grey undersides; these leaves transition to yellow before dropping in the fall.

Cydonia oblonga 'Leskovac' (F)

Cydonia oblonga 'Ludovic' (F)

Cydonia oblonga 'Lusitanica' is a compact, rounded deciduous tree. It produces solitary flowers that measure up to 5 cm across, displaying shades of pink and white. In the autumn, the tree bears large, pear-shaped fruits that are fragrant and turn a deep yellow. The young leaves and fruit feature a soft, silvery-grey downy texture.

Cydonia oblonga 'Lusitanica' (F)

Yields consistent harvests of pear-shaped fruit known for their pleasant taste.

Cydonia oblonga 'Meech's Prolific' (F)

Cydonia oblonga 'Rea's Mammoth' is a medium-sized deciduous tree, typically growing to about 6 meters in height. It features green foliage and produces self-fertile flowers that are white to pale pink. These blooms give way to large, aromatic yellow fruit with a subtly ribbed texture.

Cydonia oblonga 'Rea's Mammoth' (F)

Cydonia oblonga 'Seibosa' (F)

This compact cultivar features oval leaves characterized by their grey, fuzzy undersides. In the spring, it produces white to pale pink blossoms that give way to aromatic, round yellow fruits. These edible fruits can be harvested in early autumn.

Cydonia oblonga 'Serbian Gold' (F)

Cydonia oblonga 'Shams' (F)

Cydonia oblonga 'Smyrna' is a deciduous shrub or small tree that produces substantial, furrowed, pear-shaped fruits in autumn, which mature to a yellow hue. The flesh is smooth and pale yellow, transitioning to a light pink upon cooking while maintaining its firmness. Compared to other quince varieties, the leaves of this cultivar are notably larger, featuring the typical green tops and silvery-grey, downy undersides.

Cydonia oblonga 'Smyrna' (F)

Cydonia oblonga 'Sobu' (F)

Cydonia oblonga 'Vranja' Nenadovic is a sizable, wide-crowned deciduous shrub or small tree. Its foliage features a greyish, hairy underside, and it produces flowers that reach up to 5 cm in diameter, often with a hint of pink. The plant yields large, pear-shaped fruits that are green when unripe, transitioning to a golden-yellow hue as they mature and emit a pleasant fragrance.

Cydonia oblonga 'Vranja' Nenadovic (F)

Cydonia oblonga 'Vranja' is a quince variety that can reach heights of up to 5 meters and is known for its high yield. In spring, it produces green foliage with lighter undersides, accompanied by fragrant flowers ranging from white to pale rose-pink. By October, the tree bears pear-shaped, aromatic golden-yellow fruits, which are ideal for making jams and jellies or enhancing apple pies and crumbles with a touch of tartness. Due to their strong aroma, it is advisable to store quince fruits separately from other fruits to prevent flavor contamination.

Cydonia oblonga 'Vranja' ambig. (F)

Cydonia oblonga is a sizable shrub or small tree characterized by densely packed branches that support broad, oval leaves. The leaves are mid-green on the upper side and have a gray, fuzzy texture underneath. In late spring, this plant produces solitary flowers that range in color from pale pink to white. These blooms give way to fragrant, golden-yellow fruit that is pear-shaped and edible. Various cultivated varieties of quince have emerged from this species.

Cydonia oblonga (F)

Cydonia oblonga Sibley's Patio Quince is a grafted cultivar that reaches a height of up to 1.2 meters, making it suitable for container cultivation on patios. Its foliage consists of green leaves that are lighter on the undersides, emerging prior to the springtime display of white-pink flowers. This variety is known for its abundant yield of fragrant yellow fruits, which are ideal for making jams and jellies. In autumn, the leaves transition to a yellow hue before they drop.