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Nashi Pear Shinseiki
Pyrus pyrifolia 'shinseiki'
Shinseiki: early-ripening Nashi with crisp, sweet and juicy fruits. Self-fertile, resistant, blooms in March, harvest in late August. Grafted as low-stem tree.
Description
Height at maturity
3 to 4 m
Wingspan at maturity
2.5 to 3 m
Exposure
Sun, partial shade
Flowering
March - April
Hardiness
-20°C
Nashi Pear Shinseiki – Pyrus pyrifolia 'Shinseiki'
Main interest of the plant
The Nashi Pear ‘Shinseiki’ is a Japanese variety prized for its ease of cultivation, natural disease resistance, and its round, crisp, sweet fruits with an apple-like texture. Being self-fertile, it reliably produces fruit, with an early bloom and generous harvest from late August. Grafted as a low-stem tree, it's well suited to home gardens and small orchards.
Origins and characteristics
Origin: Japan, hybrid of ‘Nijisseiki’ and an unknown variety, selected in the 1940s
Botanical family: Rosaceae
Notable features: Also called "apple-pear" for its round shape and crisp texture; widely cultivated across Asia
Description and features
Mature height: 3 to 4 m (low-stem form)
Mature spread: 2.5 to 3 m
Habit: Slightly weeping, well-branched
Bark: Smooth, light brown to grey
Foliage: Deciduous, dark green, large and thick leaves
Growth rate: Medium to vigorous
Hardiness: Excellent, down to -20 °C
Flowering and fruiting
Blooming period: March to April (early to mid-season)
Flower description: Clusters of white flowers, rich in nectar
Fruits: Round, light yellow-green, smooth thick skin, white crisp flesh, very juicy, sweet and flavorful, with no acidity
Harvest: Late August to early September
Storage: Up to 3 weeks in a cool, dry place
Light and soil
Ideal exposure: Sunny and sheltered
Soil type: Deep, loose, humus-rich, well-drained
pH: Neutral to slightly acidic
Planting
Soil preparation: Loosen soil to 40–50 cm depth. Mix the extracted soil with well-rotted compost or orchard-grade potting soil. In heavy soils, provide drainage (gravel or coarse sand).
Planting: Position the graft union well above ground. Install a sturdy stake to support the young tree and mulch generously to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Planting season: November to March (outside frost periods)
Watering
At planting: Water thoroughly at planting, then regularly during the first year
At maturity: Low to moderate needs; appreciates summer watering during heatwaves
Pruning
When and how to prune: Shape as a vase or central leader in the first 3 years, then lightly prune each winter to open the canopy
Propagation
Method: Grafted on quince or Pyrus communis for controlled development
Uses in the garden
Ideal location: Edible garden, fruit hedge, family orchard
Recommended plant companions: Other Nashi trees, apples, aromatic herbs (garlic, borage, oregano)
Traditional uses
Description: Popular in Asia for its sweet flavor, refreshing effect, and digestibility. Eaten raw, grated, or juiced.
Pest and disease protection
Vulnerabilities: Very resistant to scab and fire blight
Natural prevention: Mulch, thinning cuts, horsetail or garlic spray
Tips for good growth
Practical advice: Sunny location, avoid excess moisture, ensure good airflow around the tree
Cultivar specifics
‘Shinseiki’ is self-fertile, and also serves as a good pollinator for other Nashis like ‘Hosui’ and ‘Kosui’. It stands out for its sugar-rich flesh, early ripening, and uniform fruit shape.
Features
- Common name : Nashi Pear Shinseiki
- Family : Rosaceae
- Category : grafted low stem fruit tree
- Spread : 2.5 to 3 m
- Foliage : deciduous
- Fruit : Round, yellow-green fruit, smooth, thick skin, crisp white flesh, very juicy, sweet and aromatic, no acidity
- Harvest : Late August to early September
- Use : isolated - orchard
- Soil : neutral to acid
- Enemies : aphids - caterpillars
- Possible diseases : resistant to diseases
- rootstock : Cydonia Oblonga K.Adams
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