Hybrid pear with yellow fruit. Flesh has smoother texture and mild flavor. Use for canning, salads, desserts or eaten fresh. Some resistance to fire blight. Pollinate with another European pear. Requires 300 chill hours. Harvest in August. Botanical Name- Pyrus communis ‘Orient’ Pronunciation- PY-rus kom-YOO-nis Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 12 ft Mature Height- 15 ft Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Loamy, well-drained soil Current Size- 10 Bloom Color- White Bloom Time- Spring Companion Plants- Fauna Attracted- Bees, beneficial wasps, fruit-eating birds Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – BVGC Yearly Care Instructions- Prune in late winter for shape; water deeply and fertilize in spring. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to remove crossing branches and encourage fruit production. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay soil and water regularly for best fruit development. Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone Possible Issues- Fire blight, pear psylla
