Fruit tree comparisons
 Maxine | |
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| Maxine is a traditional American pear, with good fire blight resistance. | |
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Growing
| Pear trees Maxine | |
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| Gardening skill | Average |
| Self-fertility | Not self-fertile |
| Pollination group | 4 |
| Pollinating others | Average |
Using
| Pear trees Maxine | |
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| Picking season | Mid |
| Uses | Eating fresh Culinary |
| Keeping (of fruit) | 1-2 months |
Disease resistance
| Pear trees Maxine | |
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| General resistance | Good |
| Fireblight | Very resistant |
Climate
| Pear trees Maxine | |
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| Cold hardiness (USDA) | Zone 5 (-29C) |
| Summer maximum temperatures | Cool ( 20-24C / 68-75F) Warm (25-30C / 76-85F) |
Identification
| Pear trees Maxine | |
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| Country of origin | United States |
| Period of origin | 1900 - 1949 |
| Fruit color | Green / Yellow Russet Yellow |