Rootstock comparison table
| Rootstock | Quince A |
|---|---|
| Summary | Derived from the Angers quince, Quince A is one of the first semi-dwarf rootstocks available for pears, developed at East Malling Research Station. |
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Using
| Quince A | |
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| Species compatibility | European pear Quince Medlar |
| Vigour % of standard | 45% - 55% |
Growing
| Quince A | |
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| Rootstock size class | Semi-dwarf |
| Support required | Temporary support |
Climate
| Quince A |
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Identification
| Quince A | |
|---|---|
| Developer | East Malling Research Station |
| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
| Period of origin | 1900 - 1949 |
Problems
| Quince A | |
|---|---|
| Woolly aphid | Some resistance |
| Phytophthora | Very susceptible |
| Fire blight | Some susceptibility |
| Powdery mildew | Some resistance |
| Root lesion nematode | Some resistance |
| Crown Gall | Some resistance |
| Collar rot | Some resistance |
| Root suckers | Many |