Moonglow Pear Tree
Pyrus communis ‘Moonglow’
Reliable, productive, and disease-resistant, Moonglow Pear Tree is an excellent choice for home orchards. In spring, clusters of white blossoms cover the tree, followed by medium to large greenish-yellow pears with a soft red blush.
Moonglow pears are smooth, juicy, and sweet with excellent flavor, perfect for fresh eating, canning, and preserving. Known for its strong resistance to fire blight, this variety is a dependable producer when paired with another pear for pollination.
🌸 Why You’ll Love It
Sweet, juicy pears with smooth texture
Excellent resistance to fire blight
Reliable and productive
Beautiful spring blooms
Great for fresh eating and preserving
🌳 Tree Details
Bloom Time: Early to mid spring
Flower Color: White
Fruit Color: Greenish-yellow with red blush
Harvest Time: Late summer
Pollination: Requires a second pear variety (such as Ayers or Bartlett)
Light Requirement: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained
Hardiness Zones: 5–8
📏 Size
Mature Height: 15–20 ft
Mature Width: 10–15 ft
🌼 Landscape Uses
Home orchards
Edible landscapes
Backyard fruit production
Accent tree
✔ Garden Benefits
Fire blight resistant
Attracts pollinators in spring
High fruit production
Dual-purpose (ornamental + edible)
💡 Garden Tip:
For best fruit set, plant Moonglow with another pear variety like Ayers—they make excellent pollination partners and will improve yields for both trees.