Yakumo Asian Pear

Scientific Name: Pyrus pyrifolia 'Yakumo'

Plant type

tree, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 10'-12'
W: 10'-12'

planting zones

3a-9b

Yakumo Asian Pear plant details

Yakumo Asian Pear is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by yellow fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Yakumo Asian Pear

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or tree
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 12 FT - wide, 10 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Yakumo Asian Pear

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This delicious Asian pear produces beautiful oval, smooth, glossy, pale yellow-green fruit with crisp, super juicy, sweet flesh which is reminiscent of melons. A bit unusual for Asian pear, this one has a tapered neck similar to their European cousins. Abundant fruit ripens in August and keeps well for months in cold storage. A lovely ornamental 10-12' tree with bright-white spring flowers and bronzy fall color; requires a pollinizer 'Chojuro' or 'Nijisseiki' are good choices. This cultivar requires 400 chill hours. S/M