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How to Grow Bartlett Pear

Pyrus communis 'Bartlett'

Your complete guide to growing Bartlett Pear.

☀SunFull sun (6+ hours)
💧WaterHigh — consistent moisture needed
📅Harvest130-160 days
🗺Zones4–8
📏Height40-50 feet
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When to Plant Bartlett Pear

Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.

ZoneStart IndoorsDirect SowHarvest
Zone 4 — — September
Zone 5 — — August – October
Zone 6 — — August – October
Zone 7 — — July – October
Zone 8 — — July – November

Companion Plants for Bartlett Pear

✓ Good companions

Chives

Repels aphids and other pests while attracting beneficial insects

Clover

Fixes nitrogen in soil and provides living mulch to retain moisture

Comfrey

Deep roots bring nutrients to surface, leaves make excellent mulch

Dill

Attracts beneficial wasps and predatory insects that control pear pests

Garlic

Natural fungicide properties help prevent fire blight and other diseases

Lavender

Attracts pollinators and repels moths and other flying pests

Marigolds

Repel nematodes and various pests while attracting beneficial insects

Nasturtiums

Trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles, deters codling moths

✗ Keep away from

Black Walnut

Produces juglone which is toxic to pear trees and inhibits growth

Fennel

Allelopathic effects inhibit growth of fruit trees and most garden plants

Juniper

Alternate host for cedar-apple rust which can spread to pear trees

Nutrition Facts

Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)

57.0kcal
0.36gProtein
3.10gFiber
4.30mgVitamin C
0.18mgIron
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