Beschrijving
Cydonia oblonga 'Kwee Adams' is a dwarf quince rootstock with slightly more vigour than the MC rootstock. This versatile rootstock offers an excellent balance between vigour and productivity, making it a popular choice among European pear growers.
Key features:
Vigor: Semi-dwarf, more vigorous than MC but less strong than MA.
Fruit size and yield: Good harvest efficiency with large and uniform fruits.
Compatibility: Better compatibility with European pear varieties than Quince A. Not compatible with 'Williams'.
Applications:
Soil types: Performs well on fertile soils, but not suitable for heavy chalky soils.
Growing Conditions: Ideal for pear orchards where a balance between compact trees and high productivity is desired.
Forms of use: Suitable for intensive cultivation systems and smaller espalier forms.
Advantages:
Early Yields: Produces quickly, with consistent, high yields.
Adaptability: Functionally similar to Quince C, but offers slightly more growth power.
Widely applicable: Suitable for commercial cultivation and specialized applications.
Conclusion:
The Quince Adams is a reliable choice for growers who strive for productive and vigorous trees with good fruit quality. This rootstock combines efficiency with versatility and is an excellent option for various growing conditions.