Quince trees put on a stunning show with delicate white blossoms that typically open up between May and June. While their blooming window is relatively short, it’s the starting signal for the tree to begin developing those signature yellow fruits, which will be ready for your harvest basket by late autumn.
Everything You Need to Know About Quince Blossoms
In the spring, the quince tree shows off its flowers at the very tips of the branches. A key thing to remember is that these flowers only grow on new growth. Once the growing season wraps up, these specific shoots die back, meaning they are annual. Keep this in mind when you’re pruning your tree—you don’t want to accidentally snip off next year’s flower buds!
The blossoms themselves are about two inches in diameter with five petals and sit on very short stems. If you look closely, you’ll notice they have a soft, fuzzy texture and a double floral envelope. They also feature five carpels packed with ovules. Here are a few more quick facts about quince flowers:
- They have a charming, bell-shaped cup.
- Petals range from pure white to a soft, delicate pink.
- The sepals (the little leaves at the base) are fuzzy or hairy.
- They are hermaphroditic, which means they are self-pollinating.
- Each flower has about 20 stamens.
