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Tree Pyrus communis 'Josephine' Josephine Fruiting Pear Tree

 

 

 

 
Description This is a deciduous self-sterile winter pear tree that has fragrant white/pink flowers produced in spring followed by small, greenish-yellow fruit that matures late-season. The fruits of this variety are red, smooth-skinned, very juicy, and sweet. Pears are dioecious, so it's necessary to have both a male and female tree for fruit production.    
Foliage
Deciduous
   
Form
Round
   
Mature Size 8 x 6m    
Uses Josephine’s fruit is great to use in deserts or to eat as is. Fruit can be stored for up to two months!    
Position & Soil Thrives in a full sun position and fertile well-drained soil. To produce good fruit they need a cold period during winter so do best in areas with a degree of frost.    
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