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The Southern Bartlett Pear is a classic European pear variety specially adapted for southern climates. This vigorous tree produces delicious golden-yellow pears with a soft blush of red, prized for their juicy, tender flesh and sweet, old-fashioned flavor. The fruit ripens in early August through September, making it an excellent early-season variety for warm regions.
In spring, the tree is covered in clusters of fragrant white blossoms, followed by attractive, glossy foliage that turns to a nice fall color later in the year. The Southern Bartlett begins producing fruit in just 2–3 years after planting, rewarding growers quickly with reliable harvests.
At maturity, the tree reaches about 12–15 feet tall, making it an excellent choice for both home orchards and smaller landscapes. This variety is partially self-fertile, but will yield heavier crops when planted with another pear variety such as Hosui, Shinko, Baldwin, Florida Home, Hood, Kieffer, Korean Giant, Pineapple, Orient, or Tennessee Pears.
With a chill requirement of less than 400 hours, the Southern Bartlett thrives in mild-winter regions and is well-suited for zones 7–11.
Key Features:
Golden-yellow fruit with a blush of red
Soft, juicy flesh with a sweet, classic pear flavor
Ripens in early August through September
Bears fruit in just 2–3 years
White spring blossoms and attractive fall color
Mature size: 12–15 ft tall
Partially self-fertile; best with a pollinator (Hosui, Shinko, Baldwin, Florida Home, Hood, Kieffer, Korean Giant, Pineapple, Orient, or Tennessee Pear)
Chill requirement: less than 400 hours
Hardy in zones 7–11
The Southern Bartlett Pear is an excellent choice for gardeners in warm regions who want a reliable, early-bearing pear with outstanding flavor and ornamental appeal.
