Fruit tree comparisons
 Josephine de Malines | |
|---|---|
| A classic 19th century winter pear with a high quality flavour. | |
| remove |
Growing
| Pear trees Josephine de Malines | |
|---|---|
| Gardening skill | Average |
| Self-fertility | Not self-fertile |
| Flowering group | 4 |
| Pollinating others | Average |
| Fruit bearing | Partial tip-bearer |
| Climate suitability | Temperate climates Warm climates |
Using
| Pear trees Josephine de Malines | |
|---|---|
| Picking season | Very late |
| Keeping (of fruit) | 1-2 months |
| Cropping | Heavy |
| Food uses | Eating fresh |
Problems
| Pear trees Josephine de Malines | |
|---|---|
| Disease resistance | Average |
| Scab (Apple and Pear) | Some resistance |
Identification
| Pear trees Josephine de Malines | |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Belgium |
| Period of origin | 1800 - 1849 |
| Blossom colour | White |
| Fruit colour | Green / Yellow |
| Awards | RHS AGM (current) |