Fruit-Pear-Golden Russett Bosc #7
Fruit-Pear-Golden Russett Bosc #7
Golden Russet® Bosc Dwarf European Pear
Dwarf, pollinator needed
Regular price
$8999
$89.99
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A favorite of many with its sweet, juicy white-yellow flesh and cinnamon colored russet skin. Best for fresh eating, baking, roasting and canning. "Pears" well with cheese. Must be pollinated by another European pear, ex: Bartlett. Ripens in late September. Dwarf.
Botanical Name- Pyrus communis 'Golden Russet Bosc'
Pronunciation- PY-rus kom-YOO-nis
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width- 11 ft
Mature Height- 15 ft
Sun Exposure- Full Sun
Soil Preferences- Loamy, well-drained soil
Current Size- #7
Bloom Color- White
Bloom Time- Spring
Companion Plants-
Fauna Attracted- Bees, beneficial wasps, fruit-eating birds
Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin -
Yearly Care Instructions- Prune in late winter for shape; water deeply and fertilize in spring.
Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to remove crossing branches and encourage fruit production.
Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay soil and water regularly for best fruit development.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone
Possible Issues- Fire blight, pear psylla
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