Asian Pear, Shinko

Tree Care:

Planting:
- Choose a sunny, well-draining location.
- Dig a suitable planting hole.
- Space trees appropriately.

Watering:
- Keep the soil consistently moist.
- Water deeply and infrequently.

Fertilizing:
- Apply balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring.

Pruning:
- Prune during the dormant season to shape the tree and remove dead branches.

Thinning:
- Thin fruit during the growing season.

Pollination:
- Ensure cross-pollination with a compatible variety.

Pest and Disease Control:
- Regularly inspect for pests and diseases.
- Apply controls as needed.

Harvesting:
- Harvest when pears are firm and sweet.

Winter Care:
- Protect from winter damage.
- Prune in late winter.

Tree Description:

Size and Shape:
- Medium-sized tree with an upright, pyramidal shape.

Leaves:
- Medium-sized, glossy, oval leaves with serrated edges.

Flowers:
- Fragrant white blossoms in spring.

Fruit:
- Medium-sized, round or pear-shaped fruit with greenish-yellow skin and russet spots.
- Sweet, mild, aromatic flavor, great for fresh eating and canning.

Hardiness:
- Suitable for USDA zones 5 to 9.

Cultural Care:
- Plant in well-draining soil with full sun.
- Keep soil consistently moist.
- Prune during the dormant season to maintain shape and remove dead branches.
- Thin fruit properly.
- Ensure cross-pollination.
- Monitor and control pests and diseases.
- Harvest when pears are firm and ripe.