Quince Smyrna

Popular selection from Turkey. Fruit is large to very large, furrowed, oblong/pear-shaped, golden-yellow and very aromatic. Flesh is mild, tender, light yellow and is of excellent quality.  Good for jams and jellies but can be used to roast, poach, bake or braise. The fruit keeps very well. Moderately vigorous tree with unusually large leaves, quince trees are adaptable and hardy, performing well in all areas of New Zealand. Like most fruit trees, quinces will grow and produce best in a location with full sun and free-draining soil – though they will tolerate part-shade and dry spots.