Pyrus Communis (Pear Josephine)
Pyrus Communis (Pear Josephine)
Pyrus Communis (Pear Josephine) is a highly esteemed deciduous fruit tree, renowned for its sweet, juicy, and aromatic pears with smooth green skin, often flushed with a red or bronze blush. Its rich flavour and fine texture make it perfect for fresh eating, desserts, and preserving.
In spring, it produces a profusion of delicate white blossoms, creating a stunning display in gardens. Thriving in sunny, well-drained locations, Pear Josephine is an excellent choice for Australian home orchards, combining ornamental beauty with a bountiful harvest.
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Mature height
4-6 meters
Mature width
3-4 meters
Spacing
5 meters
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Foliage
Lush green foliage with delicate white blossoms and green fruit with a red or bronze blush
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Flowers in mid to late spring (October to November), fruit ripens in late summer to early autumn (February to March)
Sun tolerance
Full sun
Maintenance
Requires well-drained soil, regular pruning to shape and promote fruit production, fertilising in late winter, and deep watering during dry periods