If you prefer the sweet flavor of pears but the crunch of apples, the Shinseiki Asian Pear Tree is perfect for you. This low-maintenance tree is ideal for warmer climates, requiring only 300–400 chill hours to produce fruit and beginning heavy bearing after the second year. The Shinseiki tree is self-pollinating and produces bright yellow-skinned fruit that ripens in mid-July, but it benefits from cross-pollination with nearby Shinko Pear trees. The crisp, juicy, and slightly tart fruit, also known as dessert pears, is ideal for salads, pies, and fresh eating. It is typically harvested in late summer, around August. This tree, which can grow in zones 5–9, thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, reaching a height and width of 12–15 feet at maturity. Established trees can produce 500–700 pears, making them ideal for home gardeners with limited space. Pruning is essential for air circulation and managing heavy-bearing branches, and the best times to prune are late winter or early spring. These semi-dwarf trees are shipped rooted in a pot with soil and planting instructions, ensuring a smooth transition to your garden.
Enjoy the unique combination of sweet and crunchy with the Shinseiki Asian Pear Tree, ideal for warmer climates.
Grows well in zones 5–9, reaching 12–15 feet tall and wide, perfect for small spaces and home gardeners.
Self-pollinating and benefiting from nearby Shinko Pear trees, it yields bright yellow, juicy, and slightly tart fruit.
Produces 500–700 pears annually after just 1-2 years of planting; harvest typically occurs in late summer.
Shipped rooted in a pot with soil and planting instructions, ensuring a seamless addition to your garden.