Pear, Early Gold

Pyrus x ‘Jefgold’

Priced by size: $99.99 – $159.99

Size (HxW):

Growth Habit: Upright, rounded

Fruit Size: 2”

Planting Location: Sheltered

Zone 2b

The hardiest edible pear for the prairies

Sweet, yellow fruit is great for fresh eating, baking & preserves

Fruit ripens quickly in early-mid September; stores for 2 weeks in refrigerator

Self-fertile, produces more fruit with a pollinator

Produces fruit approximately 5-6 years after planting

Plant pollinators within 200’ for best results

Abundant white blooms in early May

Glossy green foliage turns orange-red in fall

Fast Growth Rate: 2-3’/year

Common Issues: Pear Leaf Scab can develop in high heat & humidity, does not affect the long term health of the tree

Plant Care:

● All pears grow best in a wind-sheltered area ● Drought tolerant once established; does not tolerate soggy soil ● For best fruiting, prune annually to avoid dense growth

Description

Size (HxW):

Growth Habit: Upright, rounded

Fruit Size: 2”

Planting Location: Sheltered

Zone 2b

The hardiest edible pear for the prairies
Sweet, yellow fruit is great for fresh eating, baking & preserves
Fruit ripens quickly in early-mid September; stores for 2 weeks in refrigerator
Self-fertile, produces more fruit with a pollinator
Produces fruit approximately 5-6 years after planting
Plant pollinators within 200’ for best results
Abundant white blooms in early May
Glossy green foliage turns orange-red in fall
Fast Growth Rate: 2-3’/year
Common Issues: Pear Leaf Scab can develop in high heat & humidity, does not affect the long term health of the tree