Atago Asian Pear Locust Considered by many to be

Considered by many to be the best-flavored red currant variety in the world

Orcas' scab resistance is legendary

along with the super-early Kuban Komet

Enjoy big crops of orange/brown skinned

The plant grows to 6' tall and produces several amazing ten inch long

Atago Asian Pear Locust Considered by many to bePyrus pyrifolia 'Atago' A substantial crop of large, high quality, delicious fruit ripens late in the season. Atago has been a star in the Mt. Vernon trials. Unlike some Asian pears that like it hot, light tan Atago develops sweet, juicy flavor even in cooler summer weather. Shows fireblight resistance in some growing areas. Less tolerant of wide swings of temperature during spring than many other Asian pear varieties. Cold Hardy to USDA Zone: 5 Chill