<Image of Fruit - size M, left aligned, wrap off> Fruit: Pear Use: Dessert/Cooking Origin and History: Very old variety, noted and grown by John Evelyn in the 1600s. Season: Early Harvest Time: late July/eary Aug Store: Does not store well. Qualities and Taste: Juicy, cream flesh, sweet, musky flavour. Can be gritty around the core. (Source: JM) | <Image of Blossom - size M, left aligned, wrap off> Map Reference: P 4 Form: Half-standard Rootstock: Quince A Additional Information: The HOCO tree suffers from 'stony pit' and 'sleepiness', making ripening for dessert difficult. Members have used unripe fruit for cooking and drying, with excellent results. |
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