Sunrise Pear Tree

Sunrise Pear is the pear that starts the season early. Developed and released by the USDA Agricultural Research Service in 2006, it ripens in early August — several weeks ahead of Bartlett — bringing fresh homegrown pears to your table when most pear trees are still weeks away from harvest. Add strong fire blight resistance, excellent fruit quality, and organic options, and Sunrise becomes one of the most practical and rewarding pear trees for the home orchard.

Beautiful, Aromatic Fruit With a Bright Summer Harvest

Sunrise produces medium-to-large, bright yellow fruit often brushed with a soft red blush and minimal russeting — a beautiful pear that looks as good as it tastes. The white flesh is fine-textured, juicy, and aromatic with a balanced sweet-subacid flavor that’s satisfying fresh off the tree. Fruit stores well for 2–3 months under proper refrigeration, extending your enjoyment well past the August harvest.

Strong Disease Resistance — Bred In From the Start

Fire blight is the most serious disease threat to pear trees, and Sunrise was specifically bred with strong resistance to it. That means a more resilient, longer-lived tree and more consistent harvests over time without the intensive management that more susceptible varieties require. Sunrise also offers moderate resistance to pear scab, adding another layer of reliability for home growers.

Extends Your Pear Harvest Season

If you’re already growing Bartlett or other mid-to-late season pears, Sunrise is a natural complement. Its early August ripening means you’re harvesting fresh pears weeks before other varieties come in — and with Sunrise and a later variety together, you can enjoy homegrown pears from August through fall.

Why Growers Choose Sunrise

• Early August harvest — ripens several weeks before Bartlett for a first taste of pear season
• Strong fire blight resistance — bred for disease resilience from the ground up
• Beautiful bright yellow fruit — soft red blush, fine-textured, juicy, and aromatic
• 2–3 months of storage — enjoy your August harvest well into fall
• USDA-developed variety — released in 2006 through rigorous agricultural research
• Organic options available — for growers who want a certified organic tree