Shinko is an Asian pear variety known for producing large, russet-brown, apple-shaped fruits with a crisp, juicy, and sweet flavor featuring hints of butterscotch and citrus. Highly resistant to fire blight, these trees are ideal for organic, low-maintenance home gardens. The trees are hardy in USDA Zones 5-9 and require a pollinator (such as Shinseiki or Hosui) for best yields.