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Hosui Asian Pear

Hosui Asian pear is considered to be the best tasting of all Asian pear varieties. The fruits are large, juicy, sweet, flavorful, refreshing and crisp like an apple. The skin is russeted brownish-orange. It is a s good keeper that will store until November under ideal conditions.

Hosui Details  
Flavor Crisp, Juicy, Sweet
Chill Hours 300 – 400
Skin Color When Ripe Brownish-Orange, Russeted
Fruit Use Fresh or Cooked
Self-Fruitful No. Use 20th Century, Shinko Bartlett, Chojuro
Flower Season Early Spring
Fruit Season August
Light Needs Full Sun
Water Needs Regular Water
USDA Zone 5 – 10