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Pear Trees - Kikusui
USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9.
Description
The Kikusui Pear is a delicious Asian pear variety prized for its crisp texture and refreshingly sweet flavor. This vigorous tree produces round, golden-yellow fruit with smooth skin and juicy, aromatic flesh, making it a fantastic choice for fresh eating. Kikusui pears ripen in late summer to early fall and offer a delightful balance of sweetness and mild acidity. With excellent disease resistance and a reliable harvest, this tree is a must-have for home orchards.
Unique Features:
- Crisp and Sweet Fruit: Produces round, golden-yellow pears with a refreshing crunch and delicate sweetness.
- Early to Mid-Season Harvest: Ripens in late summer to early fall, providing an abundance of juicy pears.
- Disease Resistant: Demonstrates good resistance to common pear diseases, including fire blight.
- Self-Fertile but Benefits from Pollination: Can produce fruit on its own but yields increase when planted with another Asian pear variety like Shinseiki or Hosui.
- Reliable and Productive: A strong-growing tree that delivers a consistent annual harvest.
Mature Size:
- Height: 15–20 feet
- Spread: 10–15 feet
USDA Hardiness Zones:
- Zones 5–9
Care Instructions:
- Light: Prefers full sun for the best fruit production and growth.
- Soil: Thrives in well-drained, loamy soil with good fertility.
- Water: Maintain consistent moisture, especially during the fruiting season.
- Pruning: Prune in winter to shape the tree and improve air circulation.
- Fertilizer: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring to encourage vigorous growth and fruit development.
- Pollination: Planting with compatible Asian pear varieties like Shinseiki or Hosui improves fruit set.
The Kikusui Pear is an outstanding addition to any orchard, offering an abundance of sweet, crisp pears with minimal maintenance. Whether enjoyed fresh or added to salads and desserts, this exceptional Asian pear delivers a flavorful and refreshing treat.
More Information: Pear Growing Guide
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How to Plant
STEP 2) Once you've located the perfect spot, the hole you are digging must be at least double the width and as deep as the root system you are planting.
STEP 3) Remove the plant from the pot and place the root ball in the hole. The top of the root system should be level with the ground. Before placing the tree or shrub in the hole, use your hands to gently break up the root system.
STEP 4) Once the plant is in place, backfill the hole with native soil and any leftover potting material.
STEP 5) Pack down the soil to eliminate any air pockets.
STEP 6) When finished, water thoroughly.
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