THE VARIOUS FRUITS 



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characteristic feature being that the fruit of the 

 nectarine is smooth like a plum instead of being 

 covered with a fuzz like the peach. Nectarines are 

 rather widely grown in Europe and deserve more 

 attention in America. They may be propagated 

 and cultivated exactly like peaches. Leading varie- 

 ties are Downton and Early Violet. 



FIG. 55 APRICOTS GROWN IN MASSACHUSETTS 

 QUINCES* 



The quince is of easy cultivation, thriving in 

 almost any soil and climate adapted to the apple. 

 The leading varieties are Champion, Orange, Rea 

 and Bourgeat. 



*The only special work on this fruit is Quince Culture by 

 W. W. Meech. 



