Shinko Pear Tree
Price range: ₨ 1,000.00 through ₨ 2,000.00
Shinko pear is a late-maturing Asian pear variety known for its crisp texture and excellent storage qualities.
Tree Information
- Origin: Japan
- Chill hours: Approximately 400–500 hours
- Altitude: Grows well up to 1,500 meters (ideal in temperate to mid-hill regions)
- Pollination: Partially self-fertile, but better yields with cross-pollination (e.g., with Chojuro, Hosui, or Shinseiki)
- Tree size: Medium-sized, semi-upright growth habit
- Harvest time: Mid to late September
- Usage of fruits: Eaten fresh, used in salads, desserts, and preserves
- Fruits and flavor: Medium to large round fruit with golden-bronze skin, crisp and juicy flesh, sweet mild flavor with a hint of butterscotch