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Fruit tree comparison - Bartlett
Pear tree
Bartlett

A classic English pear, easy to grow, and a good flavor.
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Growing


Pear tree
Bartlett
Gardening skillAverage
Self-fertilityPartially self-fertile
Pollination group3
Pollinating othersAverage
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Using


Pear tree
Bartlett
Picking seasonEarly
UsesEating fresh
Keeping (of fruit)1 week
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Disease resistance


Pear tree
Bartlett
General resistancePoor
FireblightVery susceptible
ScabSome susceptibility
MildewVery resistant
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Climate


Pear tree
Bartlett
Cold hardiness (USDA)Zone 4 (-34C)
Summer maximum temperaturesCold (< 20C / 67F)
Cool ( 20-24C / 68-75F)
Warm (25-30C / 76-85F)
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Identification


Pear tree
Bartlett
Country of originUnited Kingdom
Period of origin1750 - 1799
Fruit colorGreen - light
Flesh colourCream
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