Variety: Wurtz (Little Cado)
Type: G
Origin: California
Flower Type: A & B
Tree size: Dwarf, compact and slow growing to 8-12 feet
Season: May-September
Production: Production is good and it is a consistent bearer. Bears moderately but regularly.
Fruit shape/size/color: Pear shaped, small to medium, green
Cold tolerance: Very cold hardy
Comments: Dwarf hybrid. Fruit 8-12 oz. Skin medium-thick. Quality good, oil content 18%. Distinctive weeping growth habit. Suited for planters, containers, patios or greenhouse use. Great for dooryard or container growing. The tree can handle temperatures to 25(F) degrees. The seed is small and fruit skin is smooth. Fruits ripen green from May to September. The flavor is very good. Originated in Encinitas (California) by Roy Wurtz.