Planting

• Pear trees grow well in a variety of soil conditions. They grow best in sunny locations with well drained soils. Plant pear trees early in the spring and keep the area free from perennial weeds to maximize the growth of young trees.
  
  

Pruning

• Pruning is the most effective way off increasing the production of your pear tree. Pruning increases the sunlight that reaches the fruit, removes unproductive wood and sculpts the tree into a more convenient shape for harvesting, all of which increases the quality of the fruit. Prune late in the winter -- just before spring -- to minimize the risk of cold damage to your tree.
  
  

Fruit

• Bartlett pears are one of the most popular varieties in North America. The large, sweet fruits are commonly used for canning, deserts and general consumption when freshly picked. Bartlett pears may produce fruit for over 75 years when properly cared for.