“In 2000 Boomkwekerij Fleuren gave us thirty trial trees grafted on Q-Eline. It proved to be a frost-resistant rootstock whose growth is comparable with that of C quinces. The smooth skin shows less russeting. A potential drawback of smooth skins late in the sales season is more damage during sorting. But in view of all its advantages, Q-Eline may certainly offer added value. I’m convinced that there are also markets with consumers who prefer smooth Conference pears.”
