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Pomegranate and Quince Care: Fertilizer and Fruit Storage Issues

Pomegranate: Use a slow-release fertilizer low in salts and chlorine. For fruiting, choose a formula where the third number (potassium) is highest—e.g., 5-10-15. Apply in early spring.

Quince brown rot in storage: The brown spots developing after harvest are likely a fungal post-harvest disease. To prevent next year:

Harvest fruit at proper maturity (fully yellow, aromatic).
Handle gently to avoid bruising.
Store in single layers, not wrapped in newspaper (which traps moisture).
Keep cool (32–40°F) with good air circulation.
Consider a post-harvest dip in diluted fungicide if disease pressure is high.

Consult your local extension for region-specific quince storage recommendations.

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