Stark® Honeysweet Pear Tree
Description
About the Stark® Honeysweet Pear Tree
The Stark® Honeysweet Pear delivers exceptional sweetness and smooth, buttery texture, reminiscent of the classic Comice pear but with the added benefit of strong fire blight resistance. Its medium-sized, golden-green fruit is perfect for fresh eating, baking, and preserving, making it a versatile favorite for home orchards.
A Stark Bro’s introduction, this variety combines superior flavor with reliable performance. It’s a self-pollinating pear and will produce fruit on its own but yields even larger, more consistent crops when paired with a compatible pollinator. Harvest season begins in September, offering a dependable early fall bounty.
How to Grow the Stark® Honeysweet Pear
This hardy tree thrives in full sun and well-drained soil and performs best in USDA Zones 5–8. Minimal maintenance is required beyond occasional pruning to encourage airflow and strong branching. With its excellent disease resistance and reliable productivity, it’s an easy choice for both new and seasoned growers.
With its rich, sweet flavor and low-maintenance nature, the Stark® Honeysweet Pear tree is ideal for anyone looking to enjoy homegrown pears straight from the orchard to the kitchen.
Survival Guaranteed!
Since 1816, Stark Bro’s has promised to provide customers with the very best fruit trees and plants. It’s just that simple. If your trees or plants do not survive, please let us know within one year of delivery. We will send you a free one-time replacement, with a nominal shipping fee of $9.99. If the item in question is not available, we can issue a one-time credit to your account equaling the original product purchase price or issue you a refund. Read more about our warranty policy.
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | White |
| Bloom Time | Early - Mid |
| Chill Hours | 1200 - 1500 |
| Fruit Color | Yellow |
| Fruit Size | Large |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 5 - 8 |
| Pollination | Self-Pollinating |
| Ripens/Harvest | Early September |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Taste | Sweet |
| Texture | Firm, Smooth |
| Years to Bear | 4 - 6 |
Size & Spacing
Mature Size
| 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
| Standard | 18 - 20' |
| Semi-Dwarf | 12 - 15' |
| Dwarf | 8 - 10' |
Zone Compatibility
Pollination
Tools & Supplies
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.
