Description
This 4-in-1 Combination Asian Pear Tree brings together four crisp, juicy, and highly productive varieties on one semi-dwarf tree. Chojuro, Nijisseiki, Shinseiki, Shinko, and Kosui are all known for excellent flavor, reliable cropping, and outstanding storage life. Grafted onto Provence Quince rootstock, this tree stays compact, productive, and manageable for home growers.
Varieties Included
- Chojuro — Rich butterscotch flavor; crisp, firm texture. View variety
- Nijisseiki (20th Century) — Classic Asian pear; sweet, refreshing, and very juicy.
- Shinseiki — Very crisp, clean flavor; excellent keeper.
- Shinko — Sweet, aromatic fruit with great firmness.
- Kosui — Bronze-skinned, intensely sweet, and highly productive.
Care & Growing Tips
- Plant in 1/2 day to full day of sun for best fruit quality.
- Requires well-drained soil; avoid standing water.
- Water deeply during establishment (first 2 years).
- Asian pears benefit from thinning for larger, higher-quality fruit.
- Prune annually to balance vigor across all grafted branches.
Growing Details
Latin Name: Pyrus pyrifolia
Site and Soil: Well-drained soil; 1/2 day to full day of sun
Hardiness (Temp): -20°F
Bearing Age: 2–3 years after planting
Rootstock: Provence Quince (dwarf)
Size at Maturity: 10–15 ft
Bloom Time: Mid-spring
Ripening Time: Late August to mid-October (varies by climate and variety)
Yield: Heavy cropping
Pests and Diseases: Generally resilient; monitor for pear psylla and fire blight
USDA Zone: 5–9
Additional Notes
- All included varieties pollinate each other naturally.
- Fruit size and quality improve as the tree matures.
- Ripening times may shift depending on region and heat accumulation.
- Annual pruning helps maintain equal vigor among grafts.
