Pear, Summercrisp

Pyrus x 'Summercrisp' (semi-dwarf)

Recognized for many years as the hardiest pear. Free of fireblight. An annual bearer. Fruit is pyriform in shape, 2.5-3″ in diameter and 3-3.5″ long. Blooms early in May. The fruit should be harvested in med-August when crisp and still green with a red blush. Fruit harvested at that time is sweet and crisp, and may be stored up to 2 months. Use either ‘Parker’ or ‘Patten’ as pollinator.

Height: 12-15′
Spread: 8-12′
Exposure: Full Sun
Zone: 3-8