Nashi variety : Shinko
This information forms part of Agfact H4.1.14 Nashi asian pear varieties
Nashi Asian pear variety Shinko
| Origin | Japan, (pre 1941), P. pyrifolia, Nijisseiki x ? |
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| Tree | Low to moderate vigour, very upright, very productive, fire blight tolerance. Oval leaf with attenuate tip small neat serrations with longer points unlike Shin Go |
| Chilling requirement | Moderate. |
| Blossom and pollination |
Mid season, plenty of pollen, useful pollinator. Partially self fertile. |
| Fruit shape |
Round, large, more round and without the more conical shape of Shin Go. |
| Skin and flesh |
Fully brown russetted, thick skin, (partial russet similar to Kosui russet). Good texture and flavour. |
| Harvest |
Late, about Niitaka? 155-170 days after full bloom, after Shin Go. |
| Storage | Stores well, 4-5 months. |