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Discover the Tenns Soft Pear Tree, known for its soft and juicy pears, perfect for eating fresh or making delicious desserts. Order online now for a delightful addition to your garden and enjoy the convenience of having it shipped directly to your door.
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Cold Hardy 10-15°
Growing Zone 8A - 8B
Pollinator Any Other Late Blooming Pear TreeIndulge in the luscious allure of the Tenns Soft Pear, a variety that epitomizes the velvety texture and mellow sweetness of nature’s desserts. These pears, with their smooth, buttery flesh, are perfect for those who cherish a soft bite and a subtle, refined flavor. Ideal for snacking, baking, or canning, the Tenns Soft Pear is a versatile delight that enhances any recipe or can be savored on its own.
The Tenns Soft Pear Tree is a testament to both beauty and productivity. This deciduous tree unfurls a canopy of lush greenery each spring, followed by an enchanting display of white blooms. Growing to a moderate height, it makes a perfect fit for diverse garden sizes. It’s not just its fruits that are soft; this pear tree has a gentle presence in any landscape, with a pleasing form and foliage that turns a brilliant array of colors in the fall before going dormant.
Anticipation peaks in late summer to early fall as the Tenns Soft Pear reaches its harvest time. The branches become weighted with the bounty of creamy-green pears, ready to provide a feast of sweetness. This season not only rewards with a plentiful harvest but also adds a charming, rustic touch to the garden as the fruits dangle like ornaments amidst the autumnal leaves.
Imagine the enchantment of a fruitscape™ where the Tenns Soft Pear Tree stands as a focal point, its branches laden with succulent pears against the backdrop of your garden. Integrating effortlessly into any fruitscape™, it promises not just a visual treat with its seasonal transformations but also a rewarding harvest that brings the farm-to-table experience closer to home. With Just Fruits and Exotics, your tree arrives 100% shipped in pot, with superior packaging and easy shipping. As a family-owned and operated, nationally renowned nursery, we offer the trusted expertise to help your fruitscape™ flourish. Embrace the charm of the Tenns Soft Pear Tree and delight in the fusion of beauty and taste in your own backyard.
| 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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