Overview & Description

The Golden Spice Pear (Pyrus ussuriensis ‘Golden Spice’) is a cold-tolerant gem combining ornamental beauty with practical fruit production. Its fragrant white blossoms appear in spring, followed by 5 cm golden-yellow pears with a warm red blush. The firm, juicy fruit ripens in mid-September, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and spice ideal for canning, preserves, or fresh eating. Glossy dark green leaves transform into vibrant orange in autumn.

Growth & Size

This variety exhibits an upright, oval, and compact growth habit. It forms a well-shaped, medium-sized tree, typically reaching a mature size of about 5 to 6 meters (16 to 20 feet) in both height and spread.

Additional Notes

It blooms in mid-spring, with fruit ripening in early fall. Exceptionally cold-hardy and productive, it thrives where other pears struggle. For best yields, pair with Ure or Early Gold pear as a pollinator. Its ornamental appeal, versatile fruit, and compact growth make it an outstanding choice for small orchards, edible landscapes, or as a dual-purpose specimen tree.