Bong Ri

Origin

Korea (1941), P. pyrifolia, Nijisseiki x P. bretschneideri, Ya Li.

Tree

Vigorous, upright, productive, large ovate leaf with attenuate tip, coarse serrations.

Chilling requirement

High.

Blossom and pollination

Early season, abundant pollen for other varieties, Tsu Li, Hwa Hong.

Fruit shape

Uniform, ovate pyriform.

Skin and flesh

Brown, tough, thick, russeted, lenticels conspicuous. White flesh, sweet, soluble solids 15%, very aromatic, coarse and pulpy compared with Dan Bae, good quality, good flavour.

Harvest

188-193 days after full bloom, before Okusankichi and Shinsetsu.

Appearance

Nashi Bong Ri

This information forms part of Agfact H4.1.14 Nashi asian pear varieties.