Anjou Pear

Anjou Pear (Pyrus communis 'Anjou')

Anjou Pear (Pyrus communis 'Anjou') is a classic European pear variety known for its juicy texture, mild sweetness, and excellent storage capability. A staple in home orchards and fruit gardens, this dependable cultivar produces abundant crops and adds seasonal interest with spring flowers and golden fall foliage.

Distinctive Features

'Anjou' pears are medium to large with a squat, egg-shaped form and smooth green skin that sometimes blushes red. The flesh is white, firm, and juicy with a sweet, subtle flavor. Unlike many pears, Anjou does not change color as it ripens and is best enjoyed after a period of storage. The tree blooms in early spring with clusters of white flowers and grows to approximately 15 to 20 feet tall with a broadly pyramidal shape at maturity.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun
• Soil Type: Well-drained loam; adaptable to other soil types
• Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral
• Water Needs: Moderate; consistent moisture during fruiting
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 to 8

Ideal Uses

• Home orchard centerpiece or small-scale fruit production
• Backyard edible garden with seasonal structure
• Pollinator-friendly spring feature tree
• Fruit source for fresh eating, baking, and preserving
• Focal point tree in lawn or mixed edible landscape

Low Maintenance Care

• Prune in late winter to maintain shape and encourage fruiting
• Thin developing fruit to increase quality and reduce breakage
• Apply mulch to preserve soil moisture and reduce weeds
• Fertilize in early spring with balanced orchard fertilizer
• Monitor for fire blight, pear psylla, and common fruit pests

Why Choose Anjou Pear

• Delivers consistently sweet, juicy fruit with good shelf life
• Ideal for fresh use or storage-based harvest planning
• Reliable grower in many regions with low chill requirements
• Attractive tree with spring bloom and fall color
• Makes a productive and beautiful focal point in edible gardens

Anjou Pear is a reliable fruiting tree with great flavor, strong garden form, and lasting harvest value�making it a smart focal point for any home orchard or edible landscape.