Thrives in cool to temperate climates and prefers moderate altitudes.
Forelle
Forelle pears, also known as Pyrus communis, are small to medium-sized fruits with a red blush on their greenish-yellow skin. They have a crisp, sweet, and juicy flesh with a slight tartness, making them perfect for fresh eating and salads. These pears thrive in cool to temperate climates and prefer well-drained, fertile loam soils. Forelle trees are hardy, productive, and well-suited to cooler climates.
Pyrus communis
Germany
- Pollination: Forelle pears are self-sterile and require cross-pollination from another pear variety for fruit set. - Harvest Season: The pears are typically harvested in late summer to early fall. - Storage: Forelle pears have a good storage life and can be stored for up to several months in cool conditions. - Disease Resistance: They have good resistance to fire blight, a common disease affecting pear trees. - Culinary Uses: In addition to being enjoyed fresh, Forelle pears can be used in baking, preserves, and desserts.
- Well-drained, fertile loam soils.
- Genus: Pyrus
- Habitats: Originated in Germany, widely grown.
- Climate Preferences: Thrives in cool to temperate climates.
- Soil Preferences: Well-drained, fertile loam soils.
- Description: Forelle pears are small to medium-sized with a distinctive red blush on their greenish-yellow skin. The flesh is crisp, sweet, and juicy, with a slight tartness. They are excellent for fresh eating and salads. Forelle trees are hardy and productive, well-suited to cooler climates.