Red Bartlett Pear

Scientific Name: Pyrus communis 'Red Bartlett'

Plant type

tree, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 12'-18'
W: 12'-15'

planting zones

5a-8b

Red Bartlett Pear plant details

Red Bartlett Pear is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Red Bartlett Pear

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or tree
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 FT - 15 FT - wide, 12 FT - 18 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Red Bartlett Pear

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The large, lustrous red skinned pears mature in August to September producing fruit that is very sweet and juicy with white flesh. A favorite for home orchards, this 15-20' tree is very productive and the pears store well for later use, perfect for baking and is ideal for canning. The fall color is a rich dark-red on this Australian selection which came to the United States in 1959. Can be pollinated by any other communis cultivar; requires 700 chill hours. S/M