Word of the Day
Bosc (bohsk)
· Common clues: Pear type; Bartlett's cousin
· Crossword puzzle frequency: eight times a year
Definition: a large variety of pear with a long neck and greenish-yellow skin. The flesh is juicy and sweet.
Etymology: Named after Louis Augustin Guillaume Bosc (1759-1828), a Belgian horticulturist.
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The Bosc pear is considered a “winter” pear. It’s a relatively difficult pear to produce in the home garden. In order to do it you should pick them in early to mid September, store for six to eight weeks in very cool conditions – about 35-40 degrees, then bring them out to room temperature to ripen. To check for ripeness, press your thumb against the neck. If it starts to feel slightly soft, it’s ready to eat.
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