Asian Pear
(Pyrus pyrifolia)
Asian pears like full to 1/2 day sun and well-drained soil and are hardy to -25°F (USDA Zone 4). These trees are small, maturing to about 10-12 feet tall, yet can produce 50+ pounds of fruit at maturity. Often they begin to bear fruit 1-2 years after planting. Pollination requirements varies by variety, but most Asian pear varieties cross-pollinated with each other to some degree. Later blooming Asian pear varieties such as Chojuro, Hosui, Korean Giant, Nijisseiki and Shinko can also be pollinated by early blooming European pears, such as Bartlett, Blake's Pride, Golden Spice, Maxie, Parker, Rescue, Seckel, Ubileen, and Ure. A helpful pollination chart we have found can be viewed here.
Asian Pears are generally free of pest and disease problems in this region, though Coddling Moth (which typically attacks apples) will occasionally damage some fruit.
4 Way Combo, Asian Pear
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Get 4 Asian pear varieties on 1 tree with our 4 Way Combo Asian Pear tree. These trees have been grafted with four of the following five varieties: Chojuro, Nijisseiki, Shinseiki, Shinko and Kosui.
No need to plant a second tree for cross-pollination since the different varieties on this tree will pollinate each other.
These trees will be approximately 4-5 feet tall and have nearly 3/4" thick trunks (11/16" caliper).
Kosui, Asian Pear (Semi-Dwarf)
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Considered by some to be one of the best tasting of all Asian pear, Kosui fruits are medium to large in size and brown-skinned. It has a delightfully crisp texture with a sweet and spicy flavor and a pleasant aromatic scent. Kosui is a good producer and its fruit typically ripens around mid to late September. Somewhat resistant to fireblight.
Pollinator required - must plant near a compatible variety of Asian pear for fruit production.
Nijiseiki, Asian Pear (Semi-Dwarf)
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One of the most popular Asian Pears varieties, Nijiseiki bears abundant crops of large, crisp, juicy and flavorful, yellowish-green fruit. This is the fruit often found in markets in mesh bags, Nijiseiki ripens in late August into September.
Self-fertile (this variety can produce fruit on it's own).
Shinglo, Asian Pear (Semi-Dwarf)
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With glowing golden brown skin and excellent, juicy sweet flavor, Shinglo is sure to be a favorite in your family. The fruit is a medium size and typically ripens early - usually around early August. Shinglo has good resistance to Scab.
Partially self-fertile - can produce fruit alone, but will produce more if planted near a different variety of Asian Pear.