Produces the largest Asian Pears out of all our trees! Hosui is a beautiful golden-brown speckled fruit with a crisp and juicy texture that is so tender and soft, it mirrors a perfectly ripe standard pear picked while still warm from the sun. Hosui, like all our Asian Pear Trees, is an extremely heavy fruit producer. Once these gorgeous Asian Pears start to ripen you’ll be blown away by not just how delicious a Hosui is, but the sheer number of fruit just one tree can produce!
What makes the Hosui tree great?
- The Hosui Tree grows the largest Asian Pears out of all our trees! Reaching the size of a small grapefruit, Hosui is sure to be a delight you look forward to for years to come!
- Like all of our Asian Pear Trees, Hosui is a vigorous producer of fruit, so be prepared for loads of fresh and delicious Asian Pears year after year.
Cold Hardiness Zones |
5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
Min. Temperature |
-20° F, (-29° C) |
Self-Pollinating |
Yes! |
Botanical Name |
Pyrus pyrofolia 'Hosui' |
Mature Height (ft.) |
15' - 20' |
Mature Width (ft.) |
10' - 15' |
Harvest Season |
Late Summer through Fall |
Recommended Spacing (ft.) |
8' - 20' |
Best Seasons to Plant for Zones 7 - 11 |
Fall through Spring |
Best Seasons to Plant for Zones 2 - 6 |
Spring |
Optimal Soil Condition |
Acidic - Neutral |
Blossom Fragrance |
Mild |
Blossom Color |
White |
Fruit Color |
Copper/Bronze with White Speckles
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Tasting Notes |
Sweet, butterscotch, crisp, incredibly juicy
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Flesh Color |
White |