{"product_id":"asian-pear-hosui-semi-dwarf","title":"Hosui Asian Pear Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eHosui Asian Pear Tree is a standout for gardeners who want bold sweetness wrapped in a refreshing crunch. Its large, round fruit develops golden-bronze to brownish-orange russet skin and exceptionally juicy flesh with a rich honeyed flavor. Compared with milder Asian pears, Hosui offers more caramel-like depth while retaining the crisp, apple-like texture that makes this fruit so satisfying straight from the tree. It is excellent in salads, lunchboxes, desserts, and cheese plates, where the bronze skin and clean slices look as appealing as they taste. White spring blossoms bring ornamental value and pollinator activity before the crop forms. For mild-winter gardens seeking a premium Asian pear with memorable flavor rather than sweetness alone, Hosui delivers an inviting combination of beauty, abundant juice, and a crackling fresh-picked bite.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHosui grows semi-dwarf on OHxF333 rootstock and is suited to USDA zones 5–10, with a confirmed 300–400 chill-hour requirement. In suitable climates, harvest is typically early to mid-August. Plant in full sun and well-drained soil, irrigate consistently during fruit development, and thin clusters for larger pears and stronger branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHosui requires a compatible pear for reliable production. Confirmed partners include \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pear-bartlett-european-semi-dwarf\"\u003eBartlett\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/asian-pear-20th-century-semi-dwarf\"\u003e20th Century\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHosui Asian Pear Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, round pears with golden-bronze russet skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp, exceptionally juicy, honey-sweet, and richly flavored\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, salads, desserts, and cheese plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early to mid-August, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300–400\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on OHxF333 rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires another compatible pear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pear-bartlett-european-semi-dwarf\"\u003eBartlett\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/asian-pear-20th-century-semi-dwarf\"\u003e20th Century\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin clusters and handle ripe fruit gently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hosui was bred in Japan from Kikusui and Yakumo, combining two established Asian-pear lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543603241073,"sku":"FT165","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FT165.jpg?v=1747085512","url":"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/asian-pear-hosui-semi-dwarf","provider":"Grow Organic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}