Shinseiki (New Century) Asian Pear
hardiness zone
5 - 9
latin name
Pyrus pyrifolia
pollination requirements
self-fertile, but will yield better harvests with another pear variety
site and soil
Well-drained, fertile, moist, and deep. The soil should have a neutral pH (ideally 6.3 to 6.8). Full sun (6 or more hours of direct sunlight a day) in zones 5-7, or partial afternoon shade in zones 8-9. A sheltered, frost-free position
Size at Maturity
8-10 ft

SKU: PJ-1558-SHI-ORG

Shinseiki (New Century) Asian Pear

Pyrus pyrifolia

Organic / 5x12

$35.00
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Developed at Okayama, Japan (Teiji Ishikawa, 1945). Medium-large round fruit, bright yellow skin, crisp white flesh, sweet with slight tartness. Ripens late August, stores 2-5 months. Partially self-fertile, highly productive (50+ lbs).

Name means "New Century," bred as cross between Nijisseiki and Chojuro varieties. Widely grown in California, Oregon, Washington orchards. One of most productive and reliable varieties for home gardens.

hardiness zone
5 - 9
latin name
Pyrus pyrifolia
pollination requirements
self-fertile, but will yield better harvests with another pear variety
site and soil
Well-drained, fertile, moist, and deep. The soil should have a neutral pH (ideally 6.3 to 6.8). Full sun (6 or more hours of direct sunlight a day) in zones 5-7, or partial afternoon shade in zones 8-9. A sheltered, frost-free position
Size at Maturity
8-10 ft
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