Pyrus pyrifolia Kosui - Kosui Asian Pear
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Kosui Asian Pear

Pyrus pyrifolia 'Kosui'
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Kosui is a medium-large Asian pear that ripens in late August, just after Hosui.  The fruit is covered with a yellowish-bronze russet and is crisp, sweet, juicy and low-acid.

Kosui mean "Godd Water" in Japan where it originated.

Asian pears are best pollinated with other asian pears.  It is best to plant two different varieties.  Sometimes European pears will also pollinate them.

Height
10-15
Spread
8-12
Zone
6-8
Color
Russeted
Categories
Pear---- Asian Varieties
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