Five gallon cans available from early spring to through summer. Check with your local store for current availability.
Self-fruitful tree is adorned with red-blushed yellow pears late summer. While self-fruitful, production will be increased when pollinated by another variety. Soft and near gritless fruits are great fresh or preserved.
Can be maintained at 8'-10' with summer pruning.
Characteristics
Landscape Size: 12'-15' tall, 10'-12' wide
Light Requirement: Full Sun
Water Needs: Moderate
USDA Zone: 5a
Growth Habit: Columnar
Growth Rate: Moderate
Attributes: Deciduous, Attracts Birds, Edible Fruit
See Green Thumb Guide below for region specific information.
Prefers enriched soil with good drainage. Establish good structure when young and keep pruned. In summer, prune to keep tree to a manageable size. Estimated chilling time of 500 hours below 45°F.
These characteristics apply to the greater Sacramento area and nearby regions.
Live outside of our area? Please check with your local cooperative extension for the best growing practices in your neck of the woods
Prefers enriched soil with good drainage. Establish good structure when young and keep pruned. In summer, prune to keep tree to a manageable size. Estimated chilling time of 500 hours below 45°F.
These characteristics apply to the North Texas area and nearby regions.
Live outside of our area? Please check with your local cooperative extension for the best growing practices in your neck of the woods
