Bosc- Golden Russet® Pear

Pyrus communis 'Golden Russet® Bosc'

Golden Russet® Bosc Pear is a sport of the Bosc Pear and is long and symmetrical with a uniform, golden russet. It's flesh is yellowish-white and ripens about the same time as Anjou. The trees are large and vigorous.

Pricing

Golden Russet(R) Bosc on Semi-Standard (OHxF 97/87) root, 2 year-XL grade    -    $23.99

Height 10-15 Feet

Spread 8-12 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips Similar in growth to regular Bosc in all ways, except fruit appearance. Treat and grow like a regular Bosc.

A Little History Discovered on the Fuki Orchard near Parksdale, OR. Since ordinary Bosc is not totally russeted, this mutation with more complete russetting and a more golden-bronze color is highly attractive.

Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character • Late blooming • Pollinizer needed	Fruit Characteristics • Medium size fruit	Growth Rate/Habit • Upright habit • Average vigor • Spurry habit	Harvest Period • Mid-season • Early fall
Other Attributes • Aromatic • Sweet • Very crisp • Very juicy • Long-term keeper	Site Requirements • Full Sun • Frost Resistant • Winter hardy	Skill Required • Average skill	Uses • Canning or freezing • High dessert quality • Cooking or baking