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Red Bartlett Pear

Red Bartlett Fruit
Spring White Blooms
Fresh Eating Pears

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Red Bartlett Pear

Sunlight
Can grow in a range from full sun to partial shade. They need at least six hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight per day.
Watering
Regular watering schedule for the first six months. Once established, rainwater should be sufficient.
Fertilizing
Should not need any extra fertilizer unless your entire lawn and garden have problems and needs regular fertilizing.

Red Bartlett Pear

Red Bartlett Pear is a deciduous European pear tree prized for white spring flowers, glossy green foliage, and classic Bartlett-shaped fruit with attractive red skin. It brings edible harvest value, ornamental bloom, and seasonal structure to sunny home orchards and edible landscapes.

Why choose Red Bartlett Pear?

Choose Red Bartlett Pear for the familiar sweetness and aromatic character of a Bartlett-type pear with the added appeal of rich red fruit color. This fruiting tree combines spring flower beauty, summer foliage, and late-season harvest interest in one practical landscape plant. It is a strong choice for gardeners who want a productive edible tree with attractive ornamental qualities, especially when planted with a compatible pear variety nearby for better fruit set.

Key Characteristics

Botanical Name: Pyrus communis ‘Red Bartlett’
Common Name: Red Bartlett Pear
Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree
Growth Habit: Upright, oval to pyramidal branching form

Red Bartlett Pear Additional Information

Red Bartlett Pear produces clusters of white flowers in spring, followed by medium-to-large pears that typically ripen from late summer into early fall depending on climate and growing season. The fruit has the recognizable Bartlett shape with smooth red skin and sweet, juicy flesh suited for fresh eating, desserts, canning, and kitchen use. Like other European pears, fruit is commonly harvested while still firm and allowed to finish ripening off the tree for best texture.

This tree is deciduous, dropping its leaves in fall and resting through winter. It fits well in home orchards, edible gardens, and sunny lawn areas where it can receive good light and air circulation. Prune during dormancy to maintain an open framework, remove crossing branches, and encourage quality fruiting wood. Spring blossoms attract pollinators, and fruit production is best when another compatible European pear blooms nearby.

Planting & Care

1. Planting: Plant Red Bartlett Pear in a sunny location with well-drained soil and good air movement. Set the tree at the same depth it was growing in the container, keeping the graft union above the soil line when visible.

2. Watering: Water deeply after planting and keep soil consistently moist while the tree establishes. Once established, provide supplemental water during dry stretches, especially while fruit is sizing.

3. Fertilizing: Feed in early spring if growth is weak or soil fertility is low. Use a balanced fertilizer or compost based on soil conditions, avoiding excessive nitrogen that can encourage leafy growth over fruiting.

4. Pruning: Prune in late winter while dormant to shape the canopy, improve sunlight penetration, and remove damaged, crowded, or crossing branches. Thin young fruit when needed to improve fruit size and reduce branch stress.

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FAQs

Does Red Bartlett Pear need another pear tree for fruit?
Yes, Red Bartlett Pear usually sets fruit best with a compatible European pear planted nearby. Avoid relying on another Bartlett-type sport as the only pollinator, and choose a different compatible variety that blooms at the same time.
How much sun does Red Bartlett Pear need?
Red Bartlett Pear performs best in full sun, ideally receiving at least six hours of direct light per day. Strong sunlight supports flowering, fruit development, color, and overall tree health.
When does Red Bartlett Pear produce fruit?
Red Bartlett Pear typically flowers in spring and produces fruit that ripens from late summer into early fall, depending on the local season. Pears are often picked firm and ripened indoors.
How large does Red Bartlett Pear grow?
Mature size depends strongly on the rootstock. Semi-dwarf trees are commonly smaller and easier to manage, while standard trees can grow much larger with a wider canopy.

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Tall Growth
Full Sun
Flowering

Mature Height	Medium: Up to 30 ft
Mature Spread	10-20 ft
Growth Rate	Fast
Botanical Name	Pyrus 'Red Bartlett'
Bloom Time	Mid spring, Early Spring
Deer Resistant	No
Family	Rosaceae
Flower Color	White
Hardiness Zones	4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Light Needs	Full Sun
Maintenance	Low
Size	#10 Container, #15 Container, #5 Container

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Growing Zones 5-8 Outdoors

(Hardy down to -20)

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