Discovered as a "bud sport", Oregon, 1950's and a second one in the 1970's, Red D'Anjou Pears are large and the flesh is white. and juicy. It is a naturally sweet pear, red in color. The pear stores very well. The best flavor is realized when stored 1-2 months. The tree is very hardy, large and highly productive. The tree requires cross pollination with Bartlett or any other pear with the same bloom period. Pear typically do not ripen on the tree- pick several weeks before peak maturity to ripen off tree and keep at room temperature.. Ships Spring 2026. USDA Zone: 4-9 Mature Height: OHxF 97 ~18-20' or 80% of Standard; Semi-Dwarf Sun: Full Sun Ripening Time: Late July- Early August Pollination: Required other European Pear OHxF 97 Rootstock Characteristics
