Makes delicious jelly and can be eaten fresh as well. Soft, sweet & wonderfully fragrant. Self-fruitful. Disease resistant. Aromatnaya Quince is a hardy Russian variety. Zone 4-9.
ZONE: 4-9
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Early blooming. Self-fertile.
RECOMMENDED GROWING AND CARE:
Full sun, balanced moisture, reduce grass competition in root zone. Top dress with compost yearly. Summer prune for airflow and ease of harvest. Tip bearer. Late season ripening. Keep away from apples to increase storage life.
CHILL HOURS: n/a hours below 45F
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Good, although showing fireblight susceptibility in some regions.
SIZE AT MATURITY: 10' x 12'