GRUSZE (Pyrus communis L.)

GRUSZE (Pyrus communis L.) represents a genus of plants from the family Rosaceae, also related to apple and quince. Because of its delicious fruits, it is cultivated for more than 4000 years and more than 1000 varieties are known up to now. Fresh fruits contain up to 20% of dry matter, 9-15% of sugars, organic acids, cellulose, a significant amount of tannin and pectin, as well as numerous minerals, vitamins, and micro-elements. In addition to consumption as a fresh product, the pear is used in the processing for juice, jams, compotes, wine, brandy, and others. In our wholesale nurseries in Serbia and Bosnia, we are producing high-quality pear fruit trees for professional orchards, but also for the hobby market.