Nashi variety: Niitaka
This information forms part of Agfact H4.1.14 Nashi asian pear varieties
Nashi Asian pear variety Niitaka (Niitake)
| Origin | Japan (1915), P. pyrifolia, Amanogawa x Imamuraaki. |
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| Tree | Medium to low vigour, very upright, high production, susceptible to fire blight. Large round leaf with attenuate tip, small serrations with long points. |
| Chilling requirement | Moderate. |
| Blossom and pollination |
Early. Ya Li, (Chojuro if blossom advanced), maybe Hwa Hong, has little and infertile pollen, questionable with Hosui. |
| Fruit shape | Round, conical around the stem, stalk in small ridged basin, very large. |
| Skin and flesh | Russeted. Good eating quality, medium-high sugar, medium acid. |
| Harvest | Late, similar to Hwa Hong, 155-170 days after full bloom. |
| Storage | Medium, up to five months? |