Hosui ("Copious Juice") is considered by many to be the best of Asian pears. The sweetest, produces early-midseason fruit that is largish, round, golden russet, and thoroughly speckled with lenticels. The creamy flesh is delicate, crisp, and juicy, with a hint of snappy acid complexity that is unusual in Asian pears. This pear will not store for more than four weeks, but it doesn't matter; they are addictive and will get eaten fast.

This tree is vigorous, willowy, and spreading. Hosui is partially self-fertile, but it will produce better crops when paired with a pollenizer. Thinning is necessary to maintain fruit size and annual bearing, and to prevent breakage caused by over-cropping.

USDA zones: 5 - 9; Some success in 4-10

Chill hours: 400

Fireblight: Susceptible (All Asian pears)

Pear Scab: Resistant

Alternaria Leaf Blotch: Resistant

Pseudomonas : Susceptible (All Asian pears)

Tree will be shipped out of pot with sufficient planting medium for transport, and roots carefully wrapped for moisture.