Nashi
Common name
Asian pear, Chinese pear, Korean pear, Japanese pear, Taiwanese pear, sand pear
Details
A crisp, juicy and refreshing type of pear from Asia but grown in New Zealand since 1982.
Edible
Family
Rosaceae
Flowers
Whitre
Forest layer
low-tree
Botanical name
Pyrus pyrifolia
Related
Hosui - Nashi
Variety
Hosui
Details
Golden brown skin with crisp and juicy. Medium to very large fruit
Harvest
Colour
Yellow
Related
Nashi - Hosui scion / bud wood
Details
Absolutely delicious to eat, Nashi Hosui pears are renowned for their sweetness, juiciness, and perfect balance of acidity. Their large, golden-brown fruits boast a distinctive russeted texture, and their fine consistency adds to their appeal. Additionally, Nashi Hosui trees are partially self-fertile, simplifying the pollination process for growers.
Price
$3.90
each
Price for 2 or more
$3.50
each if you buy 2 or more
Harvest
February