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The Orient Hard Pear Tree is a hardy and productive variety, known for its crisp and juicy pears. Order online now for a bountiful harvest in your own backyard.
Cold Hardy 10-15°
Growing Zone 8A - 8B
Pollinator Any Other Late Blooming Pear TreeThe Orient Hard Pear is a delightful treat for those who appreciate a firm, crisp bite. This pear variety is synonymous with robust flavors and a refreshing, juicy texture. Its creamy white flesh is complemented by a smooth, attractive skin that ranges from green to yellow at full maturity. Perfect for fresh snacking, baking, or canning, the Orient Pear is a versatile fruit that promises to add a delectable and nutritious twist to your daily diet.
The Orient Pear tree is a majestic addition to any garden, featuring a rounded canopy with lush, glossy leaves that transition into a beautiful display of fall colors. This hardy deciduous tree is a standout with its impressive cold hardiness and disease resistance, making it a favorable choice for a wide range of climates. Growing to a height of 15-20 feet, it not only provides a generous yield but also serves as a tranquil, shady spot during sunny days.
Anticipation for the Orient Pear harvest peaks in late summer, when the tree’s bountiful fruits reach their optimum size and sweetness. The harvest season is a joyous time to gather these delightful pears and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Whether eaten fresh or preserved for future use, the Orient Pear’s harvest is an event to celebrate with family and friends.
Imagine your garden reimagined as a vibrant fruitscape™, where the Orient Hard Pear Tree stands as a testament to both beauty and bounty. With its stately form and seasonal transformations, it provides not only a bountiful harvest but also adds structure and allure to your edible landscaping. As a solitary specimen or paired with other exotic plants and fruit trees, it will create a living space that’s as productive as it is enchanting.
At Just Fruits and Exotics, we ensure every tree, including the Orient Hard Pear, is shipped 100% in pot, guaranteeing the highest quality as if you were selecting it in person. Our superior packaging and straightforward shipping process make it easy for you to bring a piece of our family-owned, nationally acclaimed nursery to your home. Embrace the fusion of form and function with our plants and let your fruitscape™ flourish.
| Cold Hardy | 10-15° |
|---|---|
| Container Plant | No |
| Grafted | Yes, on callery pear 'prunus calleryana' (We find this to be best for fireblight resistance) |
| Growing Zone | 8A, 8B |
| Mature Height | 18-20 FT |
| Mature Width | 12-15 FT |
| Pollinator | Any Other Late Blooming Pear Tree |
| Spacing | 12-15 FT |
| Sunlight | Full Sun |
Starter Fertilizer: Kickstart with Espoma Organic Bio-tone® Starter Plus. This potent blend boosts root mass and aids in mitigating transplant shock, ensuring your plants thrive in their new home.
Maintenance Fertilizer: For continued growth and fruit production, we recommend Espoma Organic Tree-tone Fertilizer. Designed specifically for fruit trees, this balanced formula nourishes your plants, promoting vibrant growth and bountiful harvests.
Dive into the world of Fruitscaping™ with our versatile selection of Pear Trees. Whether you’re looking for the crisp, refreshing flavors of Asian varieties, the traditional juicy delight of Soft pear types, or the firm and tantalizing Hard pear species, we have something to satisfy every palate.
Pear trees are reliable performers that bring beauty, flavor, and a touch of elegance to any garden. Perfectly suited for organic gardening, pear trees are resilient to pests and diseases and require little maintenance, promising bountiful harvests with minimal effort.
These trees appreciate well-drained, loamy soil, rich in organic matter, and they can adapt to a wide range of pH balances, from slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. Pear trees also relish sun-soaked locations, requiring at least six hours of direct sunlight each day to maximize fruit production.
Whether standing alone as a spectacular centerpiece or coupled with other fruit trees, berry bushes, and beneficial flowering plants, pear trees enrich your Fruitscaping™ vision. Their charming white blossoms provide a spring spectacle, inviting pollinators and enhancing the vitality of your garden ecosystem.
Pear trees’ adaptable nature extends to their form and training. Shape them into an elegant espalier against a wall or let them grow into their natural, majestic shape. Either way, pear trees present a year-round visual treat.
Your Fruitscaping™ adventure with our Pear Trees is sure to be a rewarding one. From the planting phase through to the satisfaction of biting into a homegrown pear, this journey is filled with enjoyment, fulfillment, and life’s simple pleasures. With our Asian, Soft, and Hard Pear Trees, taste the sweet fruits of your labor and let nature’s bounty enrich your life.
You can find many planting & care guides on our growing guides page.
Unfortunately, We Cannot Process Orders to California, Hawaii, Alaska, or Internationally: Please note that due to specific agricultural regulations, we’re unable to ship any plants to the states of California, Hawaii, and Alaska, or outside the United States. Additionally, citrus trees can only be shipped within the state of Florida.
Before Your Plants Arrive: You can find many guides on unpacking, planting, & care, on our growing guides page.
The Journey From Our Nursery to Your Door: We NEVER ship our plants bare root. Your plant will travel in the very container in which it was nurtured. We thoroughly prune and water them before packing, and make sure they’re well wrapped to retain moisture during transit. It’s as though you’ve personally collected them from our nursery!
Choose Your Ship Date: We understand you’ll want to be available when your plant arrives. Our checkout process features a handy calendar that allows you to choose the Monday on which you want your plant to ship. Depending on your location, you’ll likely receive your plant by Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday of that week. Once shipped, UPS will generate a tracking number and send it to the email you provided. You can then follow your plant’s journey and ensure someone is available to unpack it on arrival day.
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