The Ayers pear is a delicious, heirloom variety known for its smooth, yellow skin with a red blush and exceptionally sweet, melting flesh. Often called a “sugar pear,” it ripens in late summer and is perfect for fresh eating. This self-fertile variety thrives in warm climates, is highly disease-resistant, and offers a rich, honey-like flavor that makes it a favorite among home gardeners.
Pyrus communis ‘Ayers’
The Ayers pear is a delicious, heirloom variety known for its smooth, yellow skin with a red blush and exceptionally sweet, melting flesh. Often called a “sugar pear,” it ripens in late summer and is perfect for fresh eating. This self-fertile variety thrives in warm climates, is highly disease-resistant, and offers a rich, honey-like flavor that makes it a favorite among home gardeners.
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| Botanical Name | Pyrus communis 'Ayers' |
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| Height | 20-30' |
| Zone | 5-8 |
