THE QUINCE. 



The quince is a valuable, but much neglected fruit. It is not 

 eaten raw, wbicb accounts for its being so generally neglected 

 by the majority of people. It is valuable for preserving, and for 

 making marmalades, jellies, etc. It is also good for drying. 



Quinces should be gathered by hand, and with care, so as not to 

 bruise or indent them, then wrapped in paper, and kept in a cool 

 room. 



VAEIETIES. 



Fig. 40.— Apple ob Orange Quikoe. 



