Pyrus pyrifolia 'Nijisseiki' - 20th Century Asian Pear (Semi-dwarf)

20th Century Asian Pear (Pyrus pyrifolia 'Nijisseiki') is a variety of Asian pear, a fruit tree bearing round, crisp, juicy pears. Golden fruits with sweet, mild flavor & crisp texture. Reliably self-fertile. Best fruit set with compatible pollenizers: Any Asian Pear or Bartlett. It matures at about 20 feet tall and wide with a pyramidal to rounded habit and a fast growth rate. Plant in full sun with average to moist soil moisture. It is grown on semi-dwarf rootstock for a smaller tree that is easier to manage and harvest. Hardy to USDA Zone 5a.