Asian Pear (Pyrus pyrifolia), often called Nashi Pear or Apple Pear, is a beautiful deciduous fruit tree native to East Asia, cultivated for its round, crisp, and aromatic golden fruits. The fruit combines the juiciness of a pear with the crunch of an apple, making it a popular choice for home gardeners and orchard growers.
The Non-GMO Asian Pear Tree is both ornamental and productive, featuring white spring blossoms, lush green foliage, and delicious fruits that ripen in late summer. It’s cold-hardy, disease-resistant, and easy to maintain — perfect for edible landscaping or small-scale fruit production.
Features
- Produces crisp, sweet, and juicy fruits
- Non-GMO and cold-hardy
- White spring blooms attract pollinators
- High-yielding and long-lived tree
- Ideal for edible gardens and home orchards
- Beautiful ornamental foliage and form
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Pyrus pyrifolia
- Common Name: Asian Pear / Nashi Pear / Apple Pear
- Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree
- Growth Height: 15–30 feet
- Spread: 10–25 feet
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–9
- Sunlight: Full sun
- Soil Type: Well-drained loamy soil; pH 6.0–7.0
- Bloom Season: Spring (April–May)
- Fruit Season: Late summer to early fall (August–September)
- Flower Color: White
- Fruit Color: Golden yellow to bronze
- Foliage: Green turning orange-red in fall
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Planting Season: Spring or fall
- Sowing Depth: ¼–½ inch
- Germination Time: 60–90 days (cold stratification for 60 days recommended)
- Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture
- Maintenance: Annual pruning to maintain shape and promote fruiting
- Pollination: Requires cross-pollination (plant 2 or more for best yield)
- Wildlife Benefits: Attracts bees, butterflies, and birds
- Uses: Home orchards, edible landscapes, pollinator gardens
Planting Guide
- Cold Stratify: Store seeds for 60–90 days in moist medium at 34–40°F before sowing.
- Prepare Soil: Choose well-drained loam with full sun exposure.
- Sow Seeds: Plant ¼–½ inch deep in containers or garden beds.
- Light: Provide full sunlight for vigorous growth and fruiting.
- Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during germination and establishment.
- Spacing: 15–20 feet apart for orchard planting.
- Care: Prune annually to shape and improve airflow; mulch base to conserve moisture.
