Prefers cool to temperate climates with mild winters and warm summers. Can tolerate a range of altitudes.
Bartlett
Bartlett (Pyrus communis) is a popular pear variety known for its bell-shaped fruit with smooth, yellow skin that turns golden when fully ripe. The sweet, juicy, and aromatic flesh makes it perfect for fresh eating, canning, and cooking. Bartlett trees thrive in cool to temperate climates with mild winters and warm summers, and they prefer well-drained loamy soils with good fertility and organic matter.
Pyrus communis
England
- Pollination: Bartlett pears are self-sterile and require cross-pollination with another compatible pear tree for fruit production. - Harvest Time: Bartlett pears are typically harvested in late summer or early fall when they are still firm and green. They ripen off the tree and should be picked before they become too soft. - Disease Resistance: Bartlett pears are susceptible to fire blight, a bacterial disease that can cause significant damage to the tree and fruit. Regular monitoring and proper pruning techniques can help manage this disease. - Storage: Bartlett pears can be stored in cool, humid conditions for several weeks. They should be checked regularly for ripeness to prevent over-ripening or decay. - Culinary Uses: Bartlett pears are versatile and can be enjoyed fresh, sliced in salads, poached, baked into pies or tarts, or used in preserves and jams.
Well-drained loamy soils with good fertility and organic matter.
- Genus: Pyrus
- Habitats: Originated in England, widely grown worldwide.
- Climate Preferences: Prefers cool to temperate climates with mild winters and warm summers.
- Soil Preferences: Well-drained loamy soils with good fertility and organic matter.
- Description: Bartlett pears are one of the most popular and widely grown pear varieties. They have a bell-shaped fruit with smooth, yellow skin that turns a golden color when fully ripe. The flesh is sweet, juicy, and aromatic, making them ideal for fresh eating, canning, and cooking. Bartlett trees are vigorous and productive, often used as a standard for pear flavor and texture.