Agriculture Reference
In-Depth Information
D'Anjou
Climate Zones:
Zones 5-8
Notes:
The medium-sized, yellow fruits are firm, juicy, and develop ex-
cellent flavor during 4-8 weeks of storage. Stores well. A leading com-
mercial variety. Red-skinned strains are available.
Harrow Delight
Climate Zones:
Zones 4-8
Notes:
The medium-sized, green, red-blushed fruits have smooth flesh
with good flavor. Among the most cold-hardy pears and ripens late.
Resistant to fire blight and pear scab.
Honeysweet (Honey Sweet)
Climate Zones:
Zones 5-8
Notes:
The small to medium-sized, brownish-golden, russetted fruits
have smooth flesh. Resembles 'Seckel' but the fruit is larger. Resistant
to fire blight and leaf spotting diseases. Produces best when cross-
pollinated.
Moonglow
Climate Zones:
Zones 5-8
