EMLA Quince C                                                 

Origin
In the late 1950’s and into the early 1970’s, Dr. Ian Campbell of the Long Ashton Research Station in England developed an extensive indexing program for pears, which included testing on a wide range of indicator plants.  From this program of testing and thermotherapy, the East Malling Long Ashton (EMLA) pear rootstock, EMLA Quince C, was released in 1973 / 74.

Influence on Scion Habit
EMLA Quince C has been tested in England, and it has proven to be more dwarfing and precocious than Quince A.  It is considered to be more winter hardy than Provence Quince BA 29-C but less vigorous than EMLA Quince A.

Disease Resistance
EMLA Quince C is resistant to pear decline, crown gall, mildew, nematodes and root aphids but is susceptible to fire blight.

Nursery Habit
EMLA Quince C propagates extremely well by our layering system.

Horticultural Value
Similar to all Quince rootstocks, consideration should be given to scion compatibility and support.