Fruit tree comparisons
| Plum trees Reine Claude Violette |  Meech's Prolific | |
|---|---|---|
| A traditional French gage first recorded in the 18th century, noted for its excellent flavour. Also known as Purple Gage. | A deservedly-popular quince variety from the USA, fragrant fruit and attractive blossom. | |
| remove | remove |
Growing
| Plum trees Reine Claude Violette | Quince trees Meech's Prolific | |
|---|---|---|
| Gardening skill | Experienced | |
| Self-fertility | Not self-fertile | Self-fertile |
| Flowering group | 3 | 3 |
| Pollinating others | Average | Average |
| Fruit bearing | Tip-bearer | |
| Climate suitability | Temperate climates Warm climates |
Using
| Plum trees Reine Claude Violette | Quince trees Meech's Prolific | |
|---|---|---|
| Picking season | Late | |
| Keeping (of fruit) | 1-3 days | |
| Cropping | Heavy | |
| Food uses | Eating fresh Culinary |
Problems
| Plum trees Reine Claude Violette | Quince trees Meech's Prolific | |
|---|---|---|
| Disease resistance | Average |
Identification
| Plum trees Reine Claude Violette | Quince trees Meech's Prolific | |
|---|---|---|
| Country of origin | France | |
| Period of origin | 1750 - 1799 | |
| Blossom colour | White | |
| Fruit colour | Purple - light | |
| Awards | Slow Food - Ark of Taste |