Beurré Lagasse
PearBeurré Lagasse
Source: U.P. Hedrick, The Pears of New York (1921)
Origin/History
A French variety noted for its resistance to the great frost of 1879–80.
Tree
Not described in source.
Fruit
Size and Form: Medium, oval-pyriform.
Skin: Yellowish-green.
Flesh and Flavor: Fine, melting, and juicy. Quality rated as good.
Cavity, Basin, Calyx, Stem, and Core: Not described in source.
Season
Late September.
Uses
Not described in source.
Subtypes/Variants
Not described in source.
Other
Not described in source.
Book Sources
Described in 1 period pomological work
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— U.P. Hedrick, The Pears of New York (1921)Beurré Lagasse.
i. Guide Prat. 71. 1895.
A French variety which resisted the great frost of 1879-80. Fruit medium, oval-pyriform, yellowish-green: flesh fine, melting, juicy; good; late Sept.