Quince – Champion

Description

Quince ‘Champion’ – Sweet, Fragrant Fruit with Old-World Charm

Cydonia oblonga

Grow your own slice of orchard tradition with Quince ‘Champion’, a reliable and productive fruiting tree known for its large, golden-yellow fruit and lovely spring blossoms. This hardy deciduous tree produces aromatic quinces perfect for jams, jellies, baking, and poaching.

Key Features:

• Produces large, fragrant yellow fruit in autumn

• Beautiful pink-tinged white blossoms in spring

• Grows approx. 3–4m tall – ideal for smaller gardens and orchards

• Self-pollinating and highly productive

• Hardy and adaptable to a range of soil types

• Excellent for culinary use – high in pectin and rich in flavor

Whether you’re a keen preserver or love heritage fruit trees, Champion is a standout choice with ornamental appeal and delicious rewards.

Planting Tip: Plant in full sun with well-drained soil. Water regularly during dry spells and prune in winter to maintain shape and encourage airflow.