Tyson Antique Pear Tree from Stark Bro’s

Description

Also called Early Sugar Pear, Summer Seckel

Ripens early! Sometimes called a “Summer Seckel”, the fruit is sugar-sweet with a hint of spice. Pears are yellow, medium in size and juicy — excellent fresh or canned. Productive tree. Originates from Jenkintown, Pennsylvania in 1794. Disease-resistant to fire blight. Harvest in early August. Best pollinators: Starking® Delicious™ or Moonglow.

Characteristics

Bloom Color	Pink, White
Fruit Color	Yellow Green
Fruit Size	Medium
Hardiness Zone Range	5 - 8
Pollination	Pollinator Required
Ripens/Harvest	Early August
Shade/Sun	Full Sun

Soil Composition	Loamy
Soil Moisture	Well Drained
Soil pH Level	6.0 - 7.0
Taste	Spicy, Sweet
Texture	Crisp
Years to Bear	4 - 6

Zone Compatibility

This Variety's Zone Range 5 - 8

My Hardiness Zone 6B

Based on your zip code, 43215

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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.

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.

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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.