Quince is a fruit-bearing plant that has been enjoyed for thousands of years. Once a staple menu item on ancient plates, it has since tapered off, becoming a more regional delicacy.

Quinces are not the most popular fruit trees, nor do you commonly see the unusual, large fruits sold in stores. However, they do make great low-maintenance fruit trees that can survive fairly cold ...

One of the toughest shrubs to grow in our climate is flowering quince, says gardening columnist JACKIE WARBURTON.