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Pear, Asian 'Hosui'
Pyrus pyrifolia 'Hosui'
"This Asian variety is solid russet with pronounced lenticels. Ripening in late August, fruit is mildly flavored, sweet" - Adams County Nursery
Current Sale Size: min. 1/2 - 3/4" caliper, 5-6 ft. bare-root transplant. Self-pollinating.
Rootstock: Betulaefolia. "This rootstock is vigorous, well anchored and drought tolerant. The recommended spacing for plantings on this rootstock is 12’ between trees in the row and 20’ between rows."
Maturity Harvest Chart (PDF) - August
Years to bear: 4-6
Growth Rate: Moderate (6-12”/yr.)
Soils: Sand, Loam, Clay
Moisture: well drained
Shade Tolerance: Full sun
Mature Height: 12-15 ft.
Deer Damage Potential: High
Notes: may be susceptible to bacterial infections.
