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Duchess Pear Tree

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Description

Plant this beautiful tree in well drained soil, and you’ll reap big harvests of beautiful, sweet, juicy pears in late September/early October. Fruit is greenish-yellow with a pink cast, and is excellent for fresh eating and canning. Pollinate with another variety such as Starking® Delicious™ or Moonglow.

Characteristics

Bloom Color White
Fruit Color Yellow Green
Fruit Size Large
Hardiness Zone Range 5 - 9
Pollination Pollinator Required
Ripens/Harvest Late September/early October
Shade/Sun Full Sun
Soil Composition Loamy
Soil Moisture Well Drained
Soil pH Level 6.0 - 7.0
Taste Spicy
Texture Firm/crisp
Years to Bear 4 - 6

Zone Compatibility

This Variety's Zone Range 5 - 9
My Hardiness Zone ?
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.

Pollination

This variety requires another one for adequate pollination.

Cross-pollination by a different variety is key to its growing and bearing success. Plant one of these varieties within 100' for best pollination.

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.

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