Pear 'Ure'

Common Name: Ure Pear

Scientific Name: Pyrus ussuriensis 'Ure'

Plant Type: Deciduous Tree

Zone: 3-6

Bloom Colour: White

Fruit Colour: Yellow-green

Fruit Size: Small to medium (approximately 2-3 inches in diameter)

Ripens/Harvest: Late summer to early fall (typically late August to September)

Exposure: Full sun

Soil: Well-drained, loamy soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0

Flavour Profile: Sweet with a mild pear flavor

Fruit Texture: Smooth and firm, becoming softer when fully ripe

Years To Bear: 4-6 years after planting

Mature Size: 15-20 feet tall, 12-15 feet wide

Spacing: 15-20 feet apart

Pollination Requirements: Partially self-pollinating but yields improve with another cold-hardy pear tree like Golden Spice, Bartlett or Flemish Beauty