Shinko Asian Pear

Shinko Asian Pear
Prunus pyrifolia x Shinko
Shinko is a medium to large, late ripening Asian pear of excellent quality. The fruits are juicy, sweet, flavorful, refreshing, and crisp like an apple. It has golden brown russeted skin. The fruit will store until January under ideal conditions. It is the most disease resistant of all Asian Pears.
Shinko Details | |
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Flavor | Crisp, Sweet |
Chill Hours | < 450 below 45° F |
Skin Color When Ripe | Golden Brown Russeted |
Fruit Use | Fresh Eating |
Self-Fruitful | No. Use Hosui Chojuro or Bartlett |
Flower Season | Early Spring |
Fruit Season | September |
Light Needs | Full Sun |
Water Needs | Regular Water |
USDA Zone | 5-9 |