Nashi variety : Hwa Hong
This information forms part of Agfact H4.1.14 Nashi asian pear varieties
Nashi Asian pear variety Hwa Hong
| Origin | Korea (1941), P. pyrifolia, Nijisseiki x P. bretschneideri, Ya Li. |
|---|---|
| Tree | Large and vigorous, spreading, productive. Large ovate leaf with attenuate tip, medium serrations. |
| Chilling requirement | High |
| Blossom and pollination |
Early mid-season. Abundant pollen, self incompatible, probably Ya Li or Tsu Li, may be a bit late for Corella or Red Face, some overlap with Hosui. |
| Fruit shape | Uniform ovate acute pyriform, large |
| Skin and flesh | Greenish yellow, thin, tender, smooth surface, lenticels inconspicuous. White flesh, sweet, texture tender, crisp juicy, somewhat coarse, soluble solids 13%. |
| Harvest | Mid season, similar to Niitaka, 157-165 days after full bloom. |
| Storage | Medium, low chill injury when put into 0-10C immediately after harvest, browning internally, 30 days ambient. |