Beurre Bosc pear
Pyrus communis 'Beurre Bosc'
USDA zones5 to 5
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
- Growth rate
- Fast
- Habit
- Erect
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Beurre Bosc' pear (Pyrus communis 'Beurre Bosc') is a tree for food gardens and pollinator gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full sun and dry to average, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. Flowers open in early to late spring and draw bees, butterflies, and birds. This pear is grown for fresh eating and cooking. The tree is not self-fertile, so plant a second pear nearby for fruit.
Pairs well with Apricot, Blueberry, Clary sage, and Little bluestem.
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