The perfumed pome
Quince label
Common name: Quince
Botanical name: Cydonia oblonga
Family: Rosaceae
Aspect and soil: Full sun; fertile, well-drained soil
Best climate: Cool to temperate
Habit: Deciduous fruit tree
Difficulty: Moderate
Like figs or plums, quinces conjure up images of warm, sunny days and good old-fashioned autumn far e. Quite unflatteringly referred to as the fatter, uglier sister of the pear, the quince is experiencing a revival in kitchens and homes all over the country, appreciated for its timeless qualities in the garden and on the table.
