150 FRUIT GARDEN. 



"where, although It does best in a mellow soil retentive 

 of moisture, and in situations partially shaded. The 

 tree may be propagated by grafting, and also by cuttings 

 and layers. It is of slow growth, much branched, and 

 generally crooked: when planted in an orchard the trees 

 may be placed ten or twelve feet apart. 



The following named kinds are best known in the 

 United States : The Bear Quince, so named for its 

 pyriform shape ; the Apple Quince', from its rounder 

 form ; the Portugal Quince, the taste of which is less 

 harsh than that which generally distinguishes other 

 quinces. When made into marmalade, its pulp has the 

 property of assuming a beautiful purple hue. For these 

 qualities, the fruit is -highly esteemed, although tTie tree 

 is a shy bearer. 



The Mild or Eatable Quince is still less austere than 

 the other kinds. The Orange Quince, besides boing a 

 handsome fruit, possesses a fine flavor. The Musk 

 or Pine-apple Quince' is very large and beautiful. 



The Medlar {3fespilus G-erynanica) is a native of the 

 south of Europe, but has been naturalized in some parts 

 of the south of England. The varieties worth notice are 

 the Dutch-Medlar, with broad leaves; and the Notting- 

 ham Medlar, with narrow leaves ; of these the latter is 

 considered the best. The fruit- is gathered in Novem- 

 ber, and kept till it begins to decay, Avhen it is served up 

 in the dessert, and highly relished by some. Tho treat- 

 ment recommended for the quince may be applied to 

 the medlar. 



The trees of this family are very handsome, and de- 

 serve a place in every shrubbery. Any cominoh soil 

 suits them, and they are readily propagated by budding 



