Small dessert pears that are super-sweet with a hint of spice. Often used in cooking and canning, but also enjoyed fresh. Tree is disease-resistant to fireblight. Originates around Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in the 1700s. Harvest in mid September. Best pollinators: Starking® Delicious™ or Moonglow. See more Recommended Pollinators below.
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Foliage Color:
Green
Flower Color:
White
Bloom Period:
Spring
Water Requirements:
Moderate - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.
Care Instructions
The recommended soil range for this tree is sandy loam to loam. Doesn't require constant pruning, it does however require protection against caterpillars, blister mites, aphids, dieback, and powdery mildew.