Pear, OrientPyrus communis
An Oriental pear with yellow fruit. It has juicy, melting, creamy flesh and a mild flavor. Used for canning or eaten fresh. (Pollinate with a different European pear variety (excluding Kieffer)). (Zones 5 - 8).
Zones 5 - 8
The Orient Pear can be expected to grow in the zones shown in color in the arborday.org zone map. (see map below)
Fruit Tree
The Orient Pear falls into the following type(s): Fruit Trees
12' - 20' High
The Orient Pear grows to be 12' - 20' feet in height.
12' - 20' Spread
The Orient Pear has a spread of about 12' - 20' at full maturity.
Fast Growth
This tree grows at a fast growth rate. [More about this.]
Full Sun
This pear does well in full sun.
Various Soils
The Orient pear grows best in slightly acidic, deep, heavy, moist, but well drained soil. Other soil types are tolerated, but may produce a lighter crop. Pear trees are especially sensitive to salt.
Oval Shape
This pear has oval, rounded shape.
More Info
The Orient Pear can be expected to grow in the zones shown on this map.
Attributes:
The round beautiful, large, shiny, yellow fruit has a mild flavor and good texture. It may be eaten fresh, canned in light syrup for salads and desserts.
Description:
A Oriental hybrid pear with yellow fruit. It has juicy, melting, creamy flesh and a mild flavor. Use for canning in salads or desserts and can be eaten fresh. Some resistance to fire blight. Pollinate with a different European or Oriental pear variety. (Zones 5 - 8).
Wildlife Value:
Pear and apple orchards are considered valuable habitats for wildlife.
Height Variations:
The standard grows to 20', and dwarf grows to 12' - 15' in height.
Spread Variations:
Standard spread grows to 20', semi-dwarf grows to 12'-15', and dwarf grows to a 10' spread.
Moisture:
The Orient pear prefers moist, well drained soil. It does best when provided with adequate water, but will tolerate both drought and floods.
Leaves:
These simple, glossy green leaves alternate on the twig. They have fine teeth on the margin. Fall color is golden bronze.
Flower Color:
white
Bloom Time:
mid-late season.
Fruit Description:
The Orient Pear has a large, smooth, shiny round, yellow fruit with a red cheek and thick skin over creamy white flesh. The texture is not as fine grained as Bartlett. Harvest from mid-August to mid-September.