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