BARTLETT PEAR

Plant Name: Bartlett Pear
Scientific Name: Pyrus communis ‘Bartlett’ — Bartlett European Pear, Williams’ Bon Chrétien
Mature Height: 20–30 ft
Mature Spread: 15–20 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast (1–2 ft/year)
Sun: Full sun
Water: Moderate; 5–10 gal per watering while establishing, 2–3 times/week during hot, dry weather; 10–15 gal per watering once established during dry periods
Foliage: Glossy, dark green, oval leaves; deciduous
Fall Color: Yellow to reddish-purple
Flower Color: White
Bloom Time: Early spring
Fruit: Large, sweet, juicy green-to-yellow pears; ripen August–September
Hardiness Zones: 5–8 (−20°F to 20°F)
Features: High-quality dessert fruit; productive; attractive white spring flowers; generally self-fruitful but benefits from another compatible European pear for heavier crops
Additional Facts: Bartlett is one of the most widely grown European pears. It typically begins bearing at a relatively young age and produces best with full sun, good drainage, and consistent moisture during fruit development. In the Prescott area, late spring frosts can reduce crops because it blooms early.