Pyrus communis (European pear). Large, very elongated fruit, golden yellow skin with some russet in patches, may get a red blush. Fairly fine texture, melting and juicy with good flavour.
Common Uses
Origin
Bred in Savoie, France in 1866, this was the number one pear in Italy.
Pollination
Williams, Beurre Bosc, Coscia
Chill Hours
Fairly high
Blossom Time
Mid season
Harvest Time
Late, + 9 days Packham, 160 days after full bloom
Production Notes
A medium vigorous tree.
Disease Susceptibility
Moderately susceptiblel to mites, susceptible to fire blight.
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