Pear, Asian 'Juicy Jewel'
Pyrus pyrifolia 'Juicy Jewel'
"A new release from the University of Minnesota, Juicy Jewel® is an attractive Asian pear that ripens early in the season. The sweet fruit has a mild tropical flavor and produces an orange-pink blush when ripe. Juicy Jewel® can store up to 3 months in cold storage, and has proven to be disease-tolerant." - Adams County Nursery
Current Sale Size: 5/8-3/4" caliper, 5-6 ft. bare-root transplant. Self-pollinating.
Rootstock: OHxF87. "For growers who wish to plant a higher density pear orchard, we recommend planting trees on OHxF87. These can be planted at 5’ in row and 12-14’ 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.
