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Pear rootstock Quince A – moderate
Quince is nowadays used as a rootstock for pears, being fully compatible with most varieties. Moderate vigour Quince A rootstock results in a tree of 4-5m (12-15ft). Suitable for all forms – bush trees, cordons & espaliers. Into cropping within 4-6 years. Two year non organic rootstocks.
Availability: Out of stock. Next season's rootstocks will be available for advance ordering from November 2026 and will be supplied from February 2027
We supply rootstocks once they have been harvested and sorted, between February and March. You can advance order from December onwards. When you order we will acknowledge, then take payment within two days. We will then contact you once we are ready to arrange delivery or collection.
Quince is nowadays used as a rootstock for pears, being fully compatible with most varieties. Moderate vigour Quince A rootstock results in a tree of 4-5m (12-15ft). Suitable for all forms – bush trees, cordons & espaliers. Into cropping within 4-6 years. Two year non organic rootstocks.
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