{"product_id":"potomac-pear-tree-szupho","title":"Potomac Pear Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSemi-dwarf on OHxF333 rootstock.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eZones: \u003c\/b\u003e5-8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChill hours: \u003c\/b\u003e600\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHarvest: \u003c\/b\u003eAugust 20 - September 10\u003c\/li\u003e \n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLooks: \u003c\/b\u003eLight green, glossy skin with fine flesh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePersonality: \u003c\/b\u003eButtery sub-acid flavor with a mild aroma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFacts of note: \u003c\/b\u003e This pear is a great fresh-market pear for commercial growers and homeowners that combines superior resistance to fire blight with good-quality fruit. Highest quality fire blight resistant variety. A cross of Moonglow and Buerre D’Anjou developed by the USDA and Ohio State University.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePollination: \u003c\/b\u003eSelf-pollinated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEuropean pears are late blooming, tolerant of heavy wet soils, and a good choice for many areas. Susceptible to codling moth and some to fire blight, but varieties with good fireblight resistance, such as the Potomac pear, offer an excellent option. Plant at least two varieties for best results. Harvest begins in the third year. On OHxF333 semi-dwarf rootstock, trees left unpruned reach about 12-18' (2\/3 of standard size), but by pruning, you can keep any tree to any size. European pears are often favored for their rich flavor and are known as traditional French varieties, making them a classic addition to orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal Growing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Potomac pear tree thrives in sunny, well-draining soil, making it ideal for orchards and wildlife planting. Known for its good fire blight resistance, this modern fireblight-resistant pear combines the best traits of Moonglow and Buerre D'Anjou, producing pears with glossy green skin and buttery flesh. It is a self-fertile tree that ripens in late summer to mid-September, yielding sweet, juicy pears with a subtle acid tang that improves in flavor in future years. This hardy, vigorous tree is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking disease-resistant pear trees with delicious fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePollination \u0026amp; Productivity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Potomac pear tree is a self-fertile, fireblight-resistant variety that thrives in orchards and wildlife plantings. Developed through a cross of Moonglow and Buerre D'Anjou by the USDA and Ohio State University, Potomac pears ripen in late summer to mid-September, offering a sweet, buttery flavor with a subtle acid tang. These disease-resistant trees, known for their good fireblight resistance, produce high-quality fruit with glossy green skin and fine, buttery flesh, ensuring a reliable harvest year after year, with minimal need for a pollination partner. Potomac pears, a modern take on traditional French varieties, bring both ornamental value and delicious fruit to your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting and Usage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Potomac pear tree produces fruit with a delicious, buttery flesh and subtle acid tang, ideal for fresh eating or cooking. Harvested from late summer to mid-September, Potomac pears ripen to a glossy green skin, transitioning to a light yellow when fully mature. These disease-resistant pears, developed through a cross of Moonglow and Beurre D’Anjou, are perfect for both home orchards and commercial growers, offering excellent flavor and a high resistance to fire blight. Their sweet flavor and fine texture make them a perfect addition to your harvest for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing and Care Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo ensure the best growth for your Potomac pear tree, plant it in well-draining soil in a sunny location. These fire blight-resistant trees thrive in zones 5-8 and require around 600 chill hours for optimal fruit production. Regular watering during dry spells and annual pruning will help maintain the tree’s vigorous growth and encourage high-quality fruit. Potomac pears, known for their sweet flavor and buttery flesh, are self-fertile but may benefit from a pollination partner, such as Bartlett or Beurre D'Anjou, to boost productivity. Harvest the fruit in late summer to mid-September when the skin transitions to light green and the pears ripen to a delicious, sweet finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy Potomac Pear Tree From Us?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you buy a Potomac pear tree from us, you're choosing a high-quality, disease-resistant variety that thrives in a range of climates. This modern fireblight resistant pear, developed through a cross of Moonglow x Beurre D’Anjou by Ohio State University, offers delicious, sweet fruit with a subtle acid tang and buttery flesh. As a great alternative to traditional European pears, the Potomac pear features glossy green skin and fine texture, making it perfect for wildlife planting and ornamental value. With excellent fireblight resistance and self-fertility, this vigorous tree produces abundant fruit in late summer, ensuring you enjoy delicious harvests for many years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003eVisit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.com\/blogs\/articles\/fruit-trees\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Fruit Tree Central Resource Page\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eFruit Tree Central\u003c\/a\u003e for a listing of all our fruit tree videos and articles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVisit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=sharing\"\u003eTree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e for a listing of all our fruit \u0026amp; nut tree growing characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49535529517284,"sku":"FT187","price":13.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/0290\/0196\/files\/potomac-pear-tree-european-type-semi-dwarf_99664910-b3da-41e2-9cee-58bafde723c6.jpg?v=1785400472","url":"https:\/\/groworganics.shop\/products\/potomac-pear-tree-szupho","provider":"Westbridge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}