An early-fruiting pear with crisp, juicy bite, spring-white blossoms, and a bright, blushed harvest that tastes like late summer
FEATURES:
- Crisp, firm flesh with a clean, juicy snap (best enjoyed crisp, not buttery-soft)
- Chartreuse-green pears with a rosy red blush for that “picked fresh” look
- Heavy late-summer production with fruit carried in abundance
- Spring bloom display of white flowers with purple anthers
- Cold-hardy fruiting pear with a strong, classic orchard presence
- Fall color in golden yellow for a warm seasonal finish
- Hand Selected; Fresh from the Grower
- Ships on our trucks because the size of the tree - does not fit in a box.
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip:
For fruit trees, make harvest part of the design. A clean mulch ring and a simple, low groundcover edge keeps the area tidy, makes fallen fruit easier to spot.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Mature Height: 15-20' tall
- Mature Width: 15-20' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Spacing: 15-20' apart
Summercrisp European Pear
Bower & Branch Trees and Plants
Pyrus communis 'Summercrisp'
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An early-fruiting pear with crisp, juicy bite, spring-white blossoms, and a bright, blushed harvest that tastes like late summer
FEATURES:
- Crisp, firm flesh with a clean, juicy snap (best enjoyed crisp, not buttery-soft)
- Chartreuse-green pears with a rosy red blush for that “picked fresh” look
- Heavy late-summer production with fruit carried in abundance
- Spring bloom display of white flowers with purple anthers
- Cold-hardy fruiting pear with a strong, classic orchard presence
- Fall color in golden yellow for a warm seasonal finish
- Hand Selected; Fresh from the Grower
- Ships on our trucks because the size of the tree - does not fit in a box.
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip:
For fruit trees, make harvest part of the design. A clean mulch ring and a simple, low groundcover edge keeps the area tidy, makes fallen fruit easier to spot.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Mature Height: 15-20' tall
- Mature Width: 15-20' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Spacing: 15-20' apart
Why plant Summercrisp European Pear?
If you love pears but wish they had a little more crunch and a lot less “mushy surprise,” this one is a joy. It was developed for colder climates and ripens early, with fruit that’s at its best when it’s still firm and crisp, more “fresh bite” than “soft dessert.” The pears hang in late summer in generous clusters, chartreuse-green with a sunny red blush that makes the harvest feel extra rewarding. And when spring rolls in, it doesn’t just quietly do fruit-tree things, it puts on a show of white blossoms with purple anthers that feel like a promise of what’s coming.
How to use Summercrisp European Pear in the landscape?
If you love pears but wish they had a little more crunch and a lot less “mushy surprise,” this one is a joy. It was developed for colder climates and ripens early, with fruit that’s at its best when it’s still firm and crisp, more “fresh bite” than “soft dessert.” The pears hang in late summer in generous clusters, chartreuse-green with a sunny red blush that makes the harvest feel extra rewarding. And when spring rolls in, it doesn’t just quietly do fruit-tree things, it puts on a show of white blossoms with purple anthers that feel like a promise of what’s coming.
Frequently Asked Questions
Spring blooms are white, with showy clusters and noticeable purple anthers. It’s a lovely spring display before fruit sets.
For the most reliable fruit set, plan on having another compatible pear variety nearby that blooms around the same time. Cross-pollination typically improves yield and consistency.
Prune in late winter while dormant. Focus on removing dead or crossing branches and opening the canopy slightly for airflow and light. Avoid heavy summer pruning, which can reduce vigor and future fruiting.
