Ayers Pear Tree

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OXF333 - Ayers is an old Southern heirloom often referred to as the “sugar pear”, originating in Kansas. These pears have high sugar content, making them a delicious mid-summer tre at. The fruits are stunning on the tree a rounded shape, with a deep buttery yellow skin, blushed with red. Ayers can be eaten fresh or cooked, with the same yummy result. Growth Habit Easy to grow, it is resistant to fire blight. It’s self-pollinating but bears a significantly larger crop with another variety closely planted. Ayers Pears ripen in late July – early August. Ayers will yield fruit Late July/early August. When your tree matures, it will be approximately 18 - 20' tall x 12 - 13' wide. Care Plant the Ayers Pear tree in full sun in an area with well-draining soil. This European pear requires only 300 chill hours, far fewer than most other pear trees. The Ayers pear is a great choice for Southern Gardens. Toxicity Although pears are a great snack for pets because they're high in copper, vitamins C and K, and fiber, deer also love pears: they are sweet, tasty, and crunchy. Because fruit trees often require cross pollination, we offer our five gallon size fruit trees at a "buy two trees and get an additional 15% off" for customers enrolled in our rewards program (excluding fruit bearing cherry trees). Show more