Description
The Landscape Plant For Any Yard The Pineapple pear tree produces bushels of excellent hard-cooking fruit that have a slight pineapple flavor. Pyrus communis Pineapple, as it is scientifically named, has strong vertical branches and requires little pruning. The Pineapple Pear fruit bearing tree blooms in early to late spring and the large pear fruit ripen in July through August. Pineapple pear tree pollination does not require another tree for cross pollination as the tree is self-fertile. But for better results and more fruit production, cross pollinate with two or more pear varieties. This European pear will produce fruit after 1-3 years with proper care. This fruit tree thrives in well-drained, slightly acidic soil and full sun, and is more tolerant of heavy clays than most fruit trees. The pear tree is somewhat fire blight resistant but can be susceptible in areas with warm, wet springs. This fruit tree can reach a height of 20-25 feet tall and 15 to 20 feet wide. The fruit tree needs around 200 chill hours and can be grown across most of the United States. Grows well in USDA plant hardiness zones 5-9. Grow pineapple pear trees in Florida with ease! LOW CHILL HOURS - Grow anywhere in the United States with a low required chill hour count of 200. FRESH HOMEGROWN FRUIT - Embrace the farm to table lifestyle and enjoy the sweet fruit in your garden. EASY TO CARE FOR - After being established in your yard, there is no need to do any extra amount of care. GROWN IN THE USA - These plants are potted up and shipped out locally in Florida. SHIPS DIRECTLY TO YOU - There is no need to come to the store in person, you can receive HIGH QUALITY plants delivered DIRECTLY TO YOUR HOME!
