Pyrus pyrifolia 'Shinko' ~ Shinko Asian Pear Size:7 GALLON IMAGES: Photos by Wendy Cutler

IMAGES: Photos by Wendy Cutler

Flat-topped lacecap clusters of fragrant white flowers bloom in late spring to early summer

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Pyrus pyrifolia 'Shinko' ~ Shinko Asian Pear Size:7 GALLON IMAGES: Photos by Wendy CutlerShinko Asian Pear is a heavily fruiting deciduous tree with a showy spring flowering and upright habit grown for its large summer fruit. The glossy dark green foliage emerges burgundy tinted and turns yellow in fall. The large golden russet round fruits have a rich and sweet flavor and white flesh similar to an apple, and are ready for harvest in late summer into fall. Grows best in full sun and rich, moist well drained soils. Shinko is partially self