{"product_id":"cydonia-oblonga-vranja-quince","title":"Cydonia oblonga 'Vranja' (Quince)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/b\u003e Quince 'Vranja'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription:\u003c\/b\u003e This renowned Serbian cultivar is widely considered one of the finest quinces for both ornamental and culinary purposes, producing exceptionally large, pear-shaped fruits that can weigh up to 500g each. The fruits ripen in late autumn to a beautiful golden-yellow colour and release an intense, sweet fragrance that perfumes entire rooms. The flesh is particularly aromatic and cooks to a lovely deep pink-orange colour, producing superior jellies, preserves, and the traditional Spanish membrillo. In late spring, the tree is covered in large, shell-pink flowers that are highly ornamental and delicately scented. The twisted, gnarled branches develop attractive character with age, and the large felted leaves provide good structure through summer. This is a self-fertile variety requiring no pollination partner, and demonstrates excellent vigour and productivity. 'Vranja' has been cherished in European gardens since the 19th century and remains the benchmark against which other quinces are judged. The combination of spectacular spring blossom, architectural form, and outstanding fruit quality makes this an exceptional choice for productive gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOther benefits:\u003c\/b\u003e self-fertile, fragrant spring blossom, very large aromatic fruits, exceptional for preserves, vigorous and productive, architectural habit, long cultivation history\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWildlife attraction:\u003c\/b\u003e bees, pollinators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeight \u0026amp; spread (approx.) at 10 years:\u003c\/b\u003e 3.5m x 3m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePosition:\u003c\/b\u003e full sun to partial shade; fruits ripen best in full sun with shelter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/b\u003e adaptable to most soils; performs well in neutral to slightly acidic conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMoisture:\u003c\/b\u003e moderate watering required; prefers consistently moist but well-drained soil; benefits from regular watering during fruit development\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinter hardiness:\u003c\/b\u003e very cold hardy to -20°C\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cedar Nursery Fruit Trees","offers":[{"title":"12 litre 1\/2 Std","offer_id":54874829390202,"sku":"109205","price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.landscaping.co.uk\/products\/cydonia-oblonga-vranja-quince","provider":"Cedar Nursery - Plants and Outdoor Living","version":"1.0","type":"link"}