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.Asian Mystery - Asian Pear

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Zone:      5 - 9
Ripens:      Middle of August
Fertility:       Partially self-pollinating but will produce more when another pollinator is nearby - Chojuro, Nijiseiki, Bartlett
Skin Colour:      Dull yellow / brown
Flesh:      Firm. Juicy.
Flavour:      Tart. Apple-like
Usage:      Good for cooking or salads
Storage:      A week at room temperature. Up to three months refrigerated.
Notes:      Little is known about the origin of this variety, hence the name, but a good pear, regardless. A vigorous tree that responds well to thinning, it can be somewhat susceptible to fire blight, and should be sprayed against coddling moth.

Spider mites can be a problem best controlled with frequent watering and and an application of mite spray before harvesting the fruit.

As with all Asian pears, the fruit needs to be handled gently and packed carefully into padded boxes.

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