Pear (pyrus communis) KOGIA

Pear (Pyrus communis) 'Kogia'

Transitional summer-autumn variety with large and fine fruits.

'Kogia' is an interesting pear variety that bridges the gap between summer and autumn varieties (ripening at the end of August). It stands out for its large, elongated fruits with very fine and juicy flesh of excellent quality. It is ideal as a dessert fruit.

Main advantages of the variety:

• Large elongated fruits.
• Excellent flesh quality (very fine and juicy).
• Ripening at the end of summer (late August).
• Medium tree vigor.
• Suitable for fresh consumption.

Origin and Registration

• Origin: Further information on origin and breeding is not specified.

Variety Characteristics

Tree

• Vigor: Medium strong.
• Fruiting: Bears fruit on long shoots, which are well-covered with short fruiting wood.

Fruit

• Size: Large.
• Shape: Elongated, with a slightly uneven surface.
• Skin: Thin. Green-yellow at harvest, turning straw-yellow at full maturity.
• Flesh: White-yellow, very fine, juicy, of excellent quality.
• Usage: Primarily for fresh consumption (dessert variety).

Cultivation Recommendations

• Pollination: Self-sterile. Suitable pollinators: 'Williams', 'Conference'.

Harvest and Storage

• Harvest time: Transitional variety (end of August).
• Storage: Approximately 25 – 30 days after harvest.