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Bartlett Pear

Scientific Name: Pyrus communis 'Bartlett'

Plant type

tree, fruit / vegetable

size

  • H: 10'-15'
  • W: 8'-10'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Bartlett Pear plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Bartlett Pear

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or tree
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 FT - 10 FT - wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: edible, shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Bartlett Pear

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A classic and wonderful summer pear bearing delicious early-season yellow-green pears that have incredibly juicy white fleshed fruit which are sweet and tender; let the fruit mature on the tree, but not fully ripen or they will become gritty (let them ripen at room temperature), these are perfect for fresh eating and are a traditional canning pear. S/M

Gardening facts about Bartlett Pear plant

How to Grow Bartlett Pear

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
  • Fruit

    • red
    • green
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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