Chizhovsky Pear

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In Russia, where it was developed, the Chizhovsky Pear is used as the standard that any new pear varieties are compared against! The Chizhovsky Pear is a medium-sized greenish-yell ow pear with a typical pear shape. The taste is sweet and aromatic with soft and juicy flesh that weighs around 140 grams. Fruit matures in early September and stores up to 3 months in cold storage. Known to be a heavy producer. There are reports of Chizhovsky fruiting well in regions with cool summers. Hardiness Zone: 3 Height at Maturity: 6 meters (20 feet) Spread: 4.6 meters (15 feet) Soil Preference: Well drained Light Exposure: Full sun Pollination: Self-sterile (Plant with another pear tree for best pollination) Latin Name: Pyrus 'Chizhovsky' Show more