asian pear tree varieties

Asian Pear Varieties... just a sampling

• Ichiban Nashi ("First Pear")
• Shinsui ("New Juice")
• Kosui ("Juice of Good Fortune")
• Hosui ("Abundant Juice")
• Chojuro ("Plentiful")
• Seigyoku ("Sapphire")
• Yoinashi.
• Tse Li (aka Tsu Li)

1. What is the best Asian pear tree?
2. How long does it take for Asian pear tree to bear fruit?
3. Do you need two Asian pear trees to get fruit?
4. Are Asian pear trees self pollinating?

What is the best Asian pear tree?

Asian pear trees

• Hosui. Hosui has perhaps the best flavor of any Asian pear - it is very juicy and very sweet. ...
• Korean Giant. Korean Giant has potentially the largest fruits of any Asian pear variety. ...
• Shinko. A classic Asian pear, with large golden brown russeted fruits which have a crisp sweet flesh. ...
• Shinseiki. ...
• Shinsui. ...
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How long does it take for Asian pear tree to bear fruit?

Trees start bearing about four years after planting and keep producing for at least 20 years.

Do you need two Asian pear trees to get fruit?

For a decent crop of fruit, Asian pears need to be cross-pollinated with a compatible variety. At least two trees should be planted within 50' to 100' for best pollination.

Are Asian pear trees self pollinating?

With few exceptions, Asian pears are not self-fertile trees and will need another variety of Asian pear tree nearby for cross pollination.