Bartlett Pear Tree

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Description

Easy to Grow! A Stark Pick

Characteristics of the Bartlett Pear Tree

The Bartlett pear, known as the Williams pear in parts of Europe, is the best-selling pear variety in the world. It is a European pear, as opposed to an oriental hybrid or an Asian pear. The fruit is enjoyed both for eating fresh and cooking.

These fruit trees came to the United States from Europe during the 1790’s, when it was grown and sold by a man in Massachusetts named Enoch Bartlett. From that time, the pear bore his name in the United States. Bartlett pears are grown commercially in California and the Pacific Northwest.

The tree has fluffy, white blossoms that bloom mid to early spring, and it is fast growing. The pears grow green on the tree but ripen to a light golden yellow.

Homesteaders will enjoy preserving an abundance of fruit. These lovely pears can be canned, dehydrated, and frozen. The trees are easy to grow and will start to produce fruit in four to six years.

Using Bartlett Pears

Bartlett pears are favored for their sweet taste and fragrance. They are also lovely to look at, with the classic pear shape, and hints of red behind the deep yellow skin. Pair the fresh fruit with cheese and wine for a tantalizing appetizer or with meats and sausages for a charcuterie.

These pears are also preferred for canning because of the ability of the fruit to hold its shape and retain its sweet flavor. Chefs and home cooks enjoy the firm quality of the pear, using it for baking desserts, such as crisps and pies. It is a valuable addition to savory dishes, including stuffings and roasted meats.

Pears are a good source of fiber and are rich in copper and vitamins C and K.

Growing the Bartlett Pear Tree

Bartlett pear trees require full sun and enough cold weather in the winter to receive 800 chill hours. They require cross pollination. Click here to find great pollinator options. They also need well drained soil. See below for more soil characteristics and USDA hardiness zones.

Buy a Bartlett pear tree to enjoy fresh pears and bake tasty desserts, as well as preserve an abundance of delicious fruit.

Note: Not suitable pollinator for Seckel pear trees.

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Characteristics

Bloom Color White
Bloom Time Early - Mid
Chill Hours 800
Fruit Color Yellow
Fruit Size Large
Hardiness Zone Range 5 - 8
Pollination Pollinator Required
Ripens/Harvest Late August
Shade/Sun Full Sun
Soil Composition Loamy
Soil Moisture Well Drained
Soil pH Level 6.0 - 7.0
Taste Spicy
Texture Smooth, Firm
Years to Bear 4 - 6

Size & Spacing

Mature Size

The mature size of this variety depends on the version you choose to plant:
Standard 18 - 20' tall x 12 - 13' wide
Semi-Dwarf 12 - 15' tall x 9 - 11' wide
Dwarf 8 - 10' tall x 6 - 7' wide

Recommended Spacing

The space needed for this variety to grow depends on the size you plant:
Standard 18 - 20'
Semi-Dwarf 12 - 15'
Dwarf 8 - 10'

Zone Compatibility

This Variety's Zone Range 5 - 8
My Hardiness Zone 6B
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The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.

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Tools & Supplies

Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.

Planting & Care

Learn all about how to grow pear trees in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.

Shipping Information

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The estimated delivery for 43279 is Week of 5/4.

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Pollinate other pears. Do to my age, I want one that produces 2 years sooner

OUR AREA USED TO BE KNOWN FOR PEARS AND WE WANT TO CONTINUE THE TRADITION.

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Customer Reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5
Mar 29, 2025
Bartlett Pear Tree
I planted this tree 2 years ago, it is really growing, I watered it every day thru the drought, I used 10 10 10 fertilizer twice a year, can't wait to see what it produces
Rated 5 out of 5
Feb 18, 2025
The pear tree you sent me is great and has many branches which should produce many pears.
I planted it in November because the firs t tree I ordered was damage by an animal that chewed it to pieces. As a matter of fact all the trees you sent me were great. All the trees tripled in size in a few months excep0t for the two cherry trees. The cherry trees arrived as four foot sticks and in one year they are; 17 and 15 feet tall and growing fantastically.
Rated 5 out of 5
Jan 20, 2025
Arrived in the fall in a timely manner and looked good when received.
Rated 5 out of 5
Jan 6, 2025
Nice tree
My Bartlett tree is doing fantastic gave off slot of pears.
Rated 5 out of 5
Dec 27, 2024
he plant is excellent as I expect with good price. it grows fast .
Rated 5 out of 5
Oct 11, 2024
Lovely tree in the making.
The semi dwarf pear tree is getting bigger and the leaves are flourishing. I keep watch over it and now some kind of small very small white flying insect has started eating the leaves.
Rated 5 out of 5
Oct 11, 2024
My trees are doing wonderful nice full of lush dark green leaves.
Rated 5 out of 5
Oct 3, 2024
Bartlett Pear Tree
I ordered this pear tree middle of summer. I received very healthy strong tree. So far doing good. I can't wait for to see new branches next year.
Rated 5 out of 5
Oct 1, 2024
It was just perfect the packing the tree all was just great
Rated 5 out of 5
Sep 24, 2024
doing great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!