Bears very large fruit at a young age. Small but productive tree. Quince are a versatile and old fashioned fruit. Great for bottling, roasting, puddings and jam. They are one of the hardiest fruit trees, tolerating drought, extreme cold, wet, and wind. The fruit are fragrant when ripe and can hang on the tree into the early winter months. Pale yellow fruit with a smooth skin, flesh is tender and sweet when cooked. At home in a savory dish or a sweet one. Self fertile.