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Pears
Anjou Pear
✓ VerifiedAlso known as: D'Anjou
Belgium or France
A very widely grown winter pear valued for its dense, juicy flesh and long storage life, commonly used as a reliable Bartlett pollinator.
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Growing & Care
Hardiness zone
USDA Zones 4-8
Chill hours
~800 hours
Pollination
Needs a pollinator — commonly paired with Bartlett or Bosc.
Care info
Stores notably longer than most pears, making it a good choice for extending the harvest into winter.
Recommendations
A reliable, widely adaptable choice for a mixed pear planting.
Flavor Profile
Sweet and juicy with dense flesh and mild flavor
Quick facts
Skin color
Green (red sport also exists)
Size
Medium to large
Hardiness zone
USDA Zones 4-8
Chill hours
800