Pyrus pyrifolia 'Twentieth Century'
Asian Pear
- White flowers bloom in spring
- Slightly oblong fruit matures to a golden color with crisp, white flesh
- Brilliant orange and red fall color
- Excellent for fresh eating or canning
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers medium moisture, well-drained, fertile soil and full sun. Plant two or more varieties for best cross-pollination and in a location protected from late spring frost. Trees may not bear fruit for a few years after planting depending on the cultivar and rootstock of the tree. Feed yearly with an organic fertilizer. Pruning can be done in late winter to encourage good airflow and remove weak, crossing or dead branches. Mulching is beneficial.
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Fall Color
- Border or Bed
- Edible
- Garden
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Spring
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained
Genus Overview: Pyrus
Common Name: Asian Pear
Trees have oval to oblong-ovate, glossy, green leaves with serrated margins. Yellow, orange or red fall color. Fragrant, white, five-petaled flowers bloom in spring. Flowers are followed by round, apple-shaped fruit with crisp, juicy flesh and a sweet, mild flavor and grainy texture. Fruit is yellow-green to russet-brown and often speckled. Great for home orchards.