Reddy Robin® Asian Pear
Pyrus pyrifolia 'Reddy Robin'
Developed in New Zealand, this cross of Japanese and Chinese Pears is called a "Papple" in England because its red/orange skin and yellow blush look like and taste a little like an apple. Enjoy the crisp fruit in late summer.
Scab resistant and easy to grow.
Hardy to USDA Zone: 5
Chill Hours Needed: Unverified/400-450 is average chill requirement for Asian pears
Mature Height: 15' (Semi Dwarf)
Sun: Full Sun
Ripening Time: Late Summer
Pollination: Needs a Pollinizer
Semi-Dwarf Rootstock: OHxF87
Read our Asian Pear Growing Guide
Pyrus pyrifolia 'Reddy Robin'
Developed in New Zealand, this cross of Japanese and Chinese Pears is called a "Papple" in England because its red/orange skin and yellow blush look like and taste a little like an apple. Enjoy the crisp fruit in late summer.
Scab resistant and easy to grow.
Hardy to USDA Zone: 5
Chill Hours Needed: Unverified/400-450 is average chill requirement for Asian pears
Mature Height: 15' (Semi Dwarf)
Sun: Full Sun
Ripening Time: Late Summer
Pollination: Needs a Pollinizer
Semi-Dwarf Rootstock: OHxF87
Read our Asian Pear Growing Guide
Description
Pyrus pyrifolia 'Reddy Robin'
Developed in New Zealand, this cross of Japanese and Chinese Pears is called a "Papple" in England because its red/orange skin and yellow blush look like and taste a little like an apple. Enjoy the crisp fruit in late summer.
Scab resistant and easy to grow.
Hardy to USDA Zone: 5
Chill Hours Needed: Unverified/400-450 is average chill requirement for Asian pears
Mature Height: 15' (Semi Dwarf)
Sun: Full Sun
Ripening Time: Late Summer
Pollination: Needs a Pollinizer
Semi-Dwarf Rootstock: OHxF87
Read our Asian Pear Growing Guide
