Pyrus Communis Parker Pear

Pyrus communis 'Parker' Pear, is a popular fruit-bearing tree. This cultivar produces medium-sized fruit with a green skin, and blush on the sunny side. The flesh is sweet and fine textured, best used for canning. The pears ripen in early autumn and is best picked between the green and ripe stage. The 'Parker' pear tree also exhibits an attractive growth habit with dense foliage and clusters of white blossoms in May. This pear variety is relatively easy to grow and adaptable to various soil types, thriving in full sun conditions. 'Parker' Pear prefers moderately moist, well-drained soils.