Pear Tree Bosc

Description
Botanical Name: 
Pyrus

Long and narrow shape, brown skin. Superb quality, one of the best. Use fresh or cooked. Susceptible to fire blight in warm, moist climates.

Plant Characteristics
Plant Category: 
Fruit & Fruit Trees
Name: 
Bosc Pear
Plant Type: 
Deciduous
Mature Size: 
12-15' tall and 15' wide
Water: 
moderate
Exposure:: 
full sun
Spacing: 
15'
Soil Type: 
Clay; loam; sand; acidic; alkaline; well drained
Planting Time: 
Fall, Spring, Winter