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Starking® Delicious™ Pear Tree
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About Starking® Delicious™ Pear Tree
Experience the pinnacle of pear perfection with the Starking® Delicious™ Pear Tree, a Stark Exclusive and Stark Pick. Originating from Ohio and discovered in 1930, this exceptional tree was introduced by Stark Bro’s in 1953 as a superior alternative to the Bartlett pear. Starking® Delicious™ offers the same sweet, juicy flavor you love but with enhanced disease resistance, particularly against fireblight.
This reliable and productive tree yields abundant crops of large, smooth pears perfect for fresh eating, cooking, canning, and freezing. With its easy-to-peel skin and delightful flavor, it’s no wonder this variety remains a favorite among home gardeners and canning enthusiasts alike. Stark Bro’s commitment to innovation continues to shine through in this remarkable pear, providing you with a tree that delivers both quality and reliability.
How to Grow the Starking® Delicious™ Pear Tree
The Starking® Delicious™ Pear Tree thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of growing conditions. Hardy in USDA Zones 5-7, this tree requires 1200-1500 chill hours and is a heavy bearer, producing fruit that ripens in August. As a strong pollinator, it pairs well with most other pear varieties, ensuring a bountiful harvest each year.
Prune in late winter to maintain its shape and encourage healthy growth. With its robust disease resistance, particularly to fireblight, this tree offers peace of mind and a reliable source of delicious pears for years to come.
Enhance your orchard with the Starking® Delicious™ Pear Tree—a Stark Exclusive that combines the best qualities of the Bartlett with the added benefit of superior disease resistance and abundant yields.
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 | Pollinator Required |
| Ripens/Harvest | August |
| 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
This variety requires another one for adequate 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.
