Eight-Plate Pears

Eight-Plate Pears

　　Eight-Plate Pears

　　Eight-Plate Pears are one of the premium pear varieties in Li County. They are named “Winter Eight-Plate” because of their flat, round shape resembling a plate, ripening in the eighth lunar month (August) and being storable for consumption through the winter. With a long production history, they have been widely cultivated since the Jiajing era of the Ming Dynasty. When ripe, they feature vibrant colors, a light yellow base, red blushes on the skin, fine, crisp, tender white flesh, abundant juice, high sugar content, and a sweet-and-sour taste. They are highly resistant to storage and are beloved by consumers. They are now listed among the “Eight Famous Pears of Long” along with Winter Fruit Pears, Soft Pears, Apple Pears, Crispwood Pears, Pig’s Head Pears, Qi Pears, and Long-Handle Pears.