Bosc Pear

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Bosc Pear

scionwood
Fall. Seedling introduced by Van Mons, Lourain, Belgium, 1807. Also called Beurre Bosc.

Long-necked fruit is dark rich yellow covered with cinnamon-brown russet. Distinctive sweet rich spicy buttery flavor. Melting juicy tender white flesh has smooth texture and a pleasing aroma. Somewhat gritty around the core.

Large vigorous upright spreading tree bears huge crops annually. Good pollinator for other varieties. A longtime favorite throughout central Maine. Z4.

ships in early spring

7940 Bosc

A: 1 8" scionwood stick
$6.00
B: 1 scionwood by the foot (10' minimum)
$5.50