Pear Trees

Image by Mary Ann Hansen, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Bugwood.org Fire blight in pears is a devastating disease that can easily spread and cause serious damage in an orchard. It can…

Image by curtoicurto Sooty blotch of pear trees is both the name of a fungal disease that attacks pear trees and also an apt description of its effects. Sooty blotch on pears leaves dark gray smudges or…

Image by LukeLuke68 There is something unique and wonderful about the sweet, snap of an Asian pear. Ichiban Nashi Asian pears are the first of these eastern fruits to ripen. The fruits are often called salad…

Image by skrasii Do pears have to chill before they ripen? Yes, pears need to be ripened in the cold in a couple of different ways – on the tree and in storage. Read on to learn more about ripening pears with…

Image by OKrasyuk There’s nothing like a perfectly ripe, dripping with sugary juice pear, whether it is a summer pear or a winter pear. Don’t know what a summer pear vs. winter pear is? While it might seem…

Image by Zeno0620 I don’t have a pear tree, but I’ve been eyeing my neighbor’s fruit laden beauty for a few years. She is kind enough to give me a few pears each year but it’s never enough! This got me to…

Image by Scot Nelson Pear leaf blight and fruit spot is a nasty fungal disease that spreads quickly and can defoliate trees in a matter of weeks. Although the disease is difficult to eliminate, it can be…

Image by Joris Egger What is pear decline? As the name indicates, it is not a happy diagnosis. This disease causes susceptible pear tree species to decline in health and die. Since there is no effective pear…

Image by AnaMOMarques Pears are only in season at a certain time each year but proper storing and handling of pears can lengthen their shelf life so they can be enjoyed for months after harvest. How do you…

Image by automatix Pears are delightful to eat, but the trees are lovely to have in the garden as well. They provide pretty spring flowers, fall colors, and shade. Consider growing Starkrimson pears to enjoy…