The Kieffer Pear is one of the most reliable and productive pear trees for the South. Known for its excellent heat tolerance, disease resistance, and heavy crops, Kieffer produces large golden-yellow pears with a crisp texture and sweet flavor. Fruit is excellent for fresh eating, canning, preserves, baking, and wildlife plantings. This vigorous tree is well adapted to North Florida and is a longtime Southern favorite.Plant Features
Heavy producer
Large golden-yellow fruit
Crisp texture with sweet flavor
Excellent heat tolerance
Reliable Southern pear variety
Good disease resistance
Long-lived productive tree
Mature Size15–25 ft tall and 12–20 ft wideGrowing Conditions
USDA Zones: 4–9
Sun: Full Sun
Soil: Well-drained soil
Water: Moderate
Chill Hours: Approximately 300–400
Fruit SeasonTypically ripens in late summer to early fall.PollinationPartially self-fertile, but produces better crops with another pear variety nearby such as:
Pineapple Pear
Orient Pear
Hood Pear
Moonglow Pear
Great For
Home orchards
North Florida gardens
Canning and preserves
Wildlife plantings
Edible landscapes
Local Nursery InformationAvailable for local pickup at Advanced Nursery Growers in Defuniak Springs, Florida. NO SHIPPING AT THIS TIME — PICK UP AT OUR LOCAL NURSERY ONLY.
Wholesale available for qualified nurseries. Contact Advanced Nursery Growers for availability and pricing.
