Louis Cappe
PearLouis Cappe
Origin/History
A seedling of Easter Beurré and of similar quality. On trial in the orchards of Messrs. Simon-Louis, Metz, Lorraine, in 1876.
Tree
Very fertile and vigorous.
Fruit
Medium to large; Bergamot in form.
Flavor
Not described in source. The variety is noted as being of similar quality to its parent, Easter Beurré, but specific flavor characteristics are not detailed.
Season
November and December.
Uses
Not described in source.
Subtypes/Variants
Not described in source.
Other
Not described in source.
Source: U.P. Hedrick, The Pears of New York (1921)
Book Sources
Described in 1 period pomological work
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— U.P. Hedrick, The Pears of New York (1921)Louis Cappe.
- Guide Prat. 98. 1876.
A seedling of Easter Beurré and of similar quality. On trial in the orchards of Messrs. Simon-Louis, Metz, Lorraine, in 1876. Tree very fertile and vigorous. Fruit medium to large, Bergamot in form; Nov. and Dec.