Pear | Rescue

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This heirloom variety carries a remarkable backstory. The original tree's owner prohibited cuttings during his lifetime, and after his passing, the tree was marked for removal to e xpand a nearby cemetery. Knox Nomura, a nursery grower from Buckley, Washington, who had admired the pear at local fruit shows, saved the variety by taking scionwood and propagating it, effectively "rescuing" it from extinction. Rescue was officially introduced to the public in 1987. Rescue is juicy, tender, and sweet with vanilla undertones, making it perfect for fresh eating. This pear also holds up well in baking and canning. The fruit ripens in early fall, producing exceptionally large pears. The tree is known for its strong, reliable yields and can be grown successfully with minimal maintenance. Rescue is partially self-fertile but produces better yields when planted near another compatible pear variety, such as Bartlett or Comice. Hardy in USDA zones 5 through 9. Show more