Similar to classic favorite Bartlett, but ripens 2 to 3 weeks later. In taste tests, the sweet, creamy flesh of Harrow Sweet was rated as highly as Bartlett. The elongated fruits also have the same golden-yellow skin as Bartlett but blush with red when touched by the sun. Ripens in mid-September making it an excellent pear for extending the season. Heavy-bearing trees that can benefit from fruit thinning and show good resistance to Fire Blight. Fruits are excellent for fresh eating and baking plus they store for up to 10 weeks or longer under the proper conditions. Cross-pollination required. We recommend
Flemish Beauty. Zones 5-8.
Growing Zone: 5 to 8
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Grafted
Height: 16 ft to 18 ft
