Overview
Pyrus korshinskyi is a bushy fruit edible in the genus Pyrus, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Pyrus korshinskyi grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens, city and courtyard gardens, edible fruit and wall side borders.
About
Pyrus korshinskyi is a bushy cultivar of the Pyrus genus, which comprises deciduous trees and shrubs with oval-shaped leaves. In spring, it produces fragrant white flowers that are followed by green or brown fruits. This cultivar thrives in full sun on a south- or west-facing aspect with sheltered exposure. It prefers moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH and is hardy to UK zone H6. Suitable for cottage and informal gardens, wildlife areas, city courtyards, and wall-side borders, it can be propagated by grafting or budding onto clonal rootstocks, often using quince rootstocks for fruit production.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Pyrus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing or West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Pyrus korshinskyi size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Fruit Edible, Trees
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, City and courtyard gardens, Edible fruit, Wall side borders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Pyrus korshinskyi
- Propagation
- Grafting or budding onto a clonal rootstock for fruit; quince rootstocks are usually used
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, caterpillars, codling moth, pear blister mite, pear midge, pear and cherry slugworm
- Disease resistance
- Blossom wilt, brown rot, fireblight, pear scab, European pear rust, honey fungus (rarely)
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Pyrus korshinskyi?
Pyrus korshinskyi prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Pyrus korshinskyi need?
Pyrus korshinskyi grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Pyrus korshinskyi hardy in the UK?
Pyrus korshinskyi has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Pyrus korshinskyi?
Grafting or budding onto a clonal rootstock for fruit; quince rootstocks are usually used.
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