D’Anjou Pear Tree

The D’Anjou pear tree is a popular European pear variety known for its smooth texture, mild flavor, and excellent storage ability.

• Origin: France, specifically the Anjou region; introduced to the U.S. in the 19th century.
• Chill Hours: Requires approximately 700–800 chill hours (hours below 45°F / 7°C).
• Altitude: Grows well up to 1,800–2,500 meters (6,000–8,200 ft) in temperate zones, including many mid- to high-altitude areas.
• Pollination: Not self-pollinating – needs a compatible pollinator such as Bartlett, Bosc, or Comice pear trees for fruit production.
• Tree Size: Medium to large tree, typically 15–20 feet tall and 12–15 feet wide at maturity.
• Harvest Time: Typically harvested in late summer to early fall (August to October, depending on climate).
• Usage of Fruits: Excellent for fresh eating, baking, poaching, salads, and preserving; also used in cheese pairings and desserts.
• Fruits and Flavor: Pears are green-skinned, sometimes with a red blush, turning yellow-green when ripe. The flesh is juicy, smooth, and dense with a mildly sweet, subtly spicy flavor that improves with ripening off the tree.