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Summercrisp Pear (Grafted)

Summercrisp Pear (Grafted)

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Why We Grow It

We grow Summercrisp for its exceptional cold tolerance, early ripening, and consistently crisp, sweet fruit. It’s one of the most dependable pears for cold regions, and when grown on Pyrus communis rootstock, it becomes a vigorous, durable tree capable of thriving in varied soils with minimal care. Its combination of early harvest, disease resistance, and reliability makes it an ideal pear for northern orchards and food forests.

How the Plant Grows

Summercrisp grows into a vigorous, upright tree with strong branch structure and reliable annual production. Blossoms appear early but handle cold spring conditions well. The fruit ripens in mid to late summer and should be picked while still firm for the best flavor and texture. Trees on Pyrus communis seedling rootstock develop robust, expansive root systems that provide excellent anchorage and long-term productivity.

Plant Size

Size at Maturity- Understory. 15–20 ft tall, 12–15 ft wide

Current Size- Regular 1'-2' Grafted Whip

Additional Info

Developed at the University of Minnesota for extreme cold-hardiness; best harvested firm and eaten crisp; highly fireblight tolerant

Summercrisp is a cold-hardy early pear known for its crisp texture, clean sweetness, and reliable performance in northern climates. It ripens earlier than most pears—often before fireblight pressure peaks—and is best enjoyed firm and crunchy, living up to its name. Grafted onto Pyrus communis seedling rootstock, this tree grows vigorous, well-anchored, and long-lived, with excellent adaptability to diverse soils. The combination produces a hardy, productive pear ideal for cold-climate growers seeking dependable early-season fruit.

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Plant Highlights

  • Water

    Moderate; requires consistent moisture during establishment and fruiting

  • Pollination

    Requires a pollination partner; pairs well with bartlett Pear and ursurian Pear

  • Soil

    Thrives in well-drained loamy soils, tolerating a range of soil types with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0)

  • Years to Bear

    Begins producing fruit in 4-6 years after planting

  • Hardiness

    Zone 3/4–7 (–40°C to –17°C)

  • Solar

    Prefers full sun, though it can tolerate partial shade with reduced yields