Pitmaston Duchess

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Pyrus communis L. European pear · Fruit crops

also searched as: питмастон дучесс

Variety description

10 August 2026

The variety is a vigorous tree, the height of which depends on the rootstock and can reach 6 meters or more. The fruits are characterized by a conical or pear shape, smooth light-yellow skin with brown or reddish spots. The weight of the fruit can exceed 340 grams, in some cases reaching more than 500 g.

The fruit flesh is yellowish-white, juicy, melting, possesses a vinous taste and a delicate aroma. The variety belongs to pollination group 4. The plant has high decorative value during spring blooming and in autumn, and is used as a dessert variety for fresh consumption and culinary purposes.

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Countries of admission

2 jurisdictions

Green indicates countries where the variety is listed in the national catalogue and its seeds are authorized for sale. Expired registrations are marked separately: the variety was previously admitted, but sale is no longer permitted.

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Maintainer: Information not available - Contact NL authorities 2 164 Responsible for variety maintenance

Admission to trade

The variety is listed in the national registry — its seeds are authorized for sale in this country.

NL Netherlands Active

№ PER122

Registration

30 September 2012

Registry	Number	Application	Registration	Terminated	Status
NL Netherlands	PER122	—	30 September 2012	—	Active

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