Quince rootstocks can themselves be used for quince - Quince A or Quince C making a slightly dwarfed tree. Pear rootstocks make a larger tree. Rootstocks are not essential, though, although trees on their own roots may sucker. Meeches Prolific' and 'Vrajna' flower at the same time and cross pollinate well. Trees may need occasional moderate feeding, but in rich soils this may be very occasional or unnecessary.
Fruits turn from green to yellow as they ripen.
The fruit stem lacks a well-defined abscission layer, so fruit should be cut from the tree to avoid tearing the stem out of the flesh. Handle the fruit carefully - although hard, they bruise easily. Most cultivars start cropping at about 5 years of age. Don't store them near apples or other fruit as these will gain a quincey flavour. Quinces are generally free of pests and diseases.