Height at maturity
2.5 to 3.5 m
Wingspan at maturity
2.5 to 3 m
Exposure
Sun, partial shade
Nashi Pear Kosui – Pyrus pyrifolia 'Kosui'
Main interest
The Nashi pear 'Kosui' is an old Asian variety. Its fruit is appreciated for its very crisp, juicy and subtly sweet flesh, with little acidity. The round fruits, golden with copper highlights, are harvested from mid‑August, making it one of the earliest Nashi cultivars. Grafted on a low stem, it is perfectly suited to small gardens. Note: 'Kosui' is not self‑fertile and requires a compatible pollinator.
Origins and characteristics
- Geographical origin: Japan, obtained in 1959 by crossing ‘Kikusui’ and ‘Wasekozo’
- Botanical family: Rosaceae
- Notable features: Highly appreciated in Asia for its crisp texture and digestibility. One of the sweetest Nashi varieties.
Description and particularities
- Adult height: 2.5 to 3.5 m (low‑stem form)
- Adult width: 2.5 to 3 m
- Habit: Compact, slightly spreading
- Bark: Smooth, light grey
- Foliage: Deciduous, dark green, thick leaves
- Growth: Medium to fast
- Hardiness: Good, down to -18/-20 °C
Flowering and fruiting
- Flowering period: Early April (mid‑early)
- Flowers: White, clustered, very melliferous
- Fruits: Round, bronze‑gold, crisp white flesh, very juicy and sweet, with low acidity. Harvest from mid‑August to September.
- Storage: 2 to 3 weeks in a cool, dark place
Exposure and soil
- Ideal exposure: Full sun
- Soil: Light, deep, fertile, well‑drained
- pH: Neutral to slightly acidic
Planting
- Soil preparation: Mix mature compost, potting soil and a little ericaceous soil; ensure good drainage
- Spacing: 3 to 4 m
- Planting period: November to March, outside frost periods
Watering
- At planting: Regular watering, without excess
- At maturity: Moderate needs, appreciates summer moisture
Pruning
- When and how: Train as an open vase or palmette; light winter pruning to encourage flowering
Propagation
- Method: Grafted onto quince rootstock
Garden uses
- Ideal locations: Small orchards, fruit hedges, kitchen gardens
- Recommended associations: Nashi ‘Hosui’, ‘Shinseiki’, pear ‘Williams’, aromatic herbs
Disease protection
- Sensitivities: Resistant to scab, moderately sensitive to fire blight
- Natural prevention: Air the canopy, horsetail decoction, avoid excessive humidity
Tips for good development
Plant in full sun, moderate watering, summer mulching to retain moisture.
Cross‑pollination required
The cultivar 'Kosui' is not self‑fertile. It requires compatible pollinators such as:
- Pyrus pyrifolia ‘Hosui’
- Pyrus pyrifolia ‘Shinseiki’
- Pyrus communis ‘Williams’
Features
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Common name :
Nashi Pear Kosui
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Family :
Rosaceae
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Category :
grafted low stem fruit tree
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Spread :
2.5 to 3 m
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Foliage :
deciduous
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Fruit :
Round, bronze-gold, with crisp white flesh, very juicy and sweet
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Harvest :
Mid-August to September
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Use :
isolated - orchard
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Soil :
neutral to acid
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Enemies :
aphids - caterpillars
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Possible diseases :
resistant to diseases
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rootstock :
Cydonia Oblonga K.Adams
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