'20th Century' Japanese Pear Tree | Nashi Pear
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Roots' Cotswolds Valley Nursery
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'20th Century' Japanese Pear Tree
Nashi Pear
- A highly ornamental and edible Nashi pear also known as the 20th century pear
- Easy to grow and reliable, with heavy crops
- Spherical fruits have crisp, white flesh with a mild and aromatic flavour
- Not self fertile - needs a pollination partner
- Mid season harvest from August to October
- Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
You can grow the '20th Century' Japanese pear tree in a pot of 50 centimetres, provided it is on a dwarfing rootstock and kept well-watered.
How big does it get?
The 20th Century Japanese Pear Tree typically reaches a mature height of 3 to 4.5 metres and a spread of 3 to 4 metres, though this can be restricted by using dwarfing rootstocks.
How much sunlight does this need?
For optimal growth and fruit production, planting 20th Century Japanese Pear in a location that receives full sunlight, ideally at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sun per day, is essential. It thrives in a warm, sunny position with temperatures between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
The '20th Century' Japanese pear tree prefers deep, fertile, and well-drained loamy soil that retains moisture.
How much watering does this plant need?
The '20th Century' Japanese Pear Tree requires around 3 to 5 centimetres of water weekly to develop its crisp, melon-flavoured fruits.
Will this plant need pruning?
Yes, the 20th Century' Japanese Pear Tree will need pruning. Prune during the dormant winter months when temperatures are above 0 degrees Celsius, removing dead or crossing branches to maintain an open canopy.
How hardy is this plant?
The '20th Century' Japanese pear tree is fully hardy in all of the UK, holding an RHS hardiness rating of H6, which means it can withstand temperatures from -15°C to -20°C.
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Meet Mike
Tree-growing skills honed right across the globe
Having started out in Australia, studied in Northern Ireland and volunteered at an organic farm in Sweden, it’s fair to say Mike’s done his fair share of travel on his horticultural journey, so far! Having happily laid down roots here at Roots, Mike is the don behind our tree-growing operation, imparting each and every one of his globally-honed skills to benefit your garden. Grown in our purpose-built nursery, in the ideal climatic conditions of the fertile Vale of Evesham, we’re proud to supply only the happiest, healthiest and hardiest trees.
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