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Pear trees
Cornishgold

An unusual and ancient juicing and culinary pear discovered in a garden in Cornwall, also known as the Treburrow Pear. Self-fertile and tolerant of difficult climates.
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Growing


Pear trees
Cornishgold
Gardening skillBeginner
Self-fertilitySelf-fertile
Flowering group3
Pollinating othersAverage
Fruit bearingSpur-bearer
Climate suitabilityTemperate climates
Mild damp climates
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Using


Pear trees
Cornishgold
Picking seasonLate
Keeping (of fruit)1-2 months
CroppingGood
Food usesCulinary
Juice
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Problems


Pear trees
Cornishgold
Disease resistanceGood
Scab (Apple and Pear)Very resistant
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Identification


Pear trees
Cornishgold
Country of originUnited Kingdom
Period of origin1750 - 1799
Blossom colourWhite
Fruit colourGreen / Yellow
Orange flush
Flesh colourCream
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