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Ciphrous

Ciphrous

Primarily a dessert variety. Introduced near Westbury-on-Severn in 1920

Origin: Westbury-on-Severn

Status: Critical

For further information on this and other pears, please see "Pears of Gloucestershire and Perry Pears of the Three Counties" by Charles Martell.

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Pear of the Moment

Staunton Squash
Staunton Squash

This variety is believed to have originated at Staunton, north Gloucestershire.

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