Pear x 'Summercrisp'

Pear x 'Summercrisp': Early Pears with a Crisp Fresh Bite

Summercrisp develops yellow pears with a red blush, crisp flesh and a mildly sweet flavour. Its mid-August harvest brings fresh pears into the garden earlier than many other cultivars.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 4-5 m
• Spread: 4-5 m
• Flower Colour: White
• Flowering Period: Spring
• Foliage: Green
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-Drained Soil; Average to Dry Soil

Uses and Benefits: Best chosen for fresh eating at a crisp stage. The harvest can keep for up to two months under suitable storage conditions, extending its usefulness beyond the picking period.

Care Instructions: Provide a compatible pollinating pear and consistent moisture as fruit develops. Pick at the appropriate mature stage for crisp eating and keep sound fruit cool to preserve its texture.