Hawanna Pear Tree

The Hawanna pear is a lesser-known cultivar valued for its unique flavor and adaptability to warm climates.

• Origin: Believed to have originated in Southern California, USA, though its exact heritage is not widely documented.
• Chill Hours: Requires approximately 150–300 chill hours, making it suitable for low-chill regions.
• Altitude: Performs best in low to mid elevations (up to ~1,200 meters), ideal for warm valleys and subtropical climates.
• Pollination: Partially self-fertile, but yields improve with a compatible pollinator like Flordahome or Hood pear.
• Tree Size: Typically grows as a medium-sized tree, about 15–20 feet tall and wide with moderate vigor.
• Harvest Time: Usually late summer to early fall (August to September, depending on climate).
• Fruit Usage: Suitable for fresh eating, preserves, canning, and desserts due to its juicy and sweet flesh.
• Fruits and Flavor: Produces medium to large yellow-green pears, sometimes with a light blush; flesh is tender, aromatic, and mildly sweet with low acidity.