Luscious European Pear

Scientific Name: Pyrus communis 'Luscious'

Also Known As

Luscious Common Pear

Plant type

tree, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 15'-20'
W: 12'-18'

planting zones

4a-8b

Luscious European Pear plant details

Luscious European Pear is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Luscious European Pear

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or tree
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 FT - 18 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: edible, shade tree, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Luscious European Pear

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This wonderfully ornamental tree produces medium sunny-yellow Bartlett-like pears with an attractive red blush. The fruit is very juicy and deliciously sweet with white-flesh. This is a very strong growing tree to 20' with large clusters of dazzling, snowy-white flowers in spring. Autumn brings heavy crop of ripe juicy pears that are delicious for fresh eating, canning or pear crisp. Decorative in fall as well when the leaves turn a brilliant scarlet red! Recommended pollinizers are Barlett, Comice or D'Anjou; 600 chill hours required. S/M