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Pear Shinko

Shinko Asian Pear

An Asian, fresh-eating pear with a crisp, distinctive, refreshing flavour and a golden-brown skin. Ripens in September.

  • »  Pyrus 'Shinko'
  • »  An Asian pear cultivar with medium to large fruit with a brown to golden-brown skin
  • »  Yellowish-white flesh is juicy with a sweet flavour
  • »  Stores well
  • »  Ripens: September

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  • Category:Fruit
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Height:4-5 m
  • Spread:3-4 m
Exposure
• Full Sun
Soil Moisture
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Medium
Attributes
• Deciduous
• Edible
• Fragrant
• Fruit
Habit
• Oval
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Green
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Pear 'Shinko'

Commonly served raw and peeled, Asian pears are too moist for baking.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Pear 'Shinko'

Other Asian pears and 'Bartlett' are compatible. More than one cultivar must be planted in order to facilitate the best pollination and subsequent fruit production.