Meet the Pears

The Pear Family


Green Anjou
Refreshingly sweet and juicy with a hint of citrus. (in season September-July)


Bartlett
Quintessential pear flavor and aroma with abundant juice. (in season August-February)


Bosc
Crisp and woodsy with a honey sweetness. (in season September - May)


Concorde
Crunchy and earthy with a hint of vanilla. (in season September-January)


Seckel
Bite-sized, crunchy and ultra sweet. (in season September -March)


Red Anjou
Juicy and fresh with a sweet-tart finish. (in season September -June)


Red Bartlett
Juicy and aromatic with a supple sweetness. (in season August-February)


Comice
Sweet custard-like flavor and texture. (in season September-March)


Forelle
Crisp, tangy , and refreshingly sweet. (in season September- March)


Starkrimson
Aromatic , moist and sweet with a floral essence. (in season August- January)


How to know when pears are ripe


Check the Neck


Apply gentle thumb pressure near the neck, or stem end. If it yields slightly, it's ripe. Then you'll enjoy the full-flavored sweetness for which USA Pears are famous.


What about skin color?


You can't depend on color to tell when a pear is ripe. While Bartlett pears will turn from green to yellow as they ripen, Anjou, Red Anjou, Bosc, Comice, and other pear varieties show little change in color. That's why it's best to check the neck!


Ripening Tips


Place your unripe USA Pears in a fruit bowl and let stand at room temperature. Check the neck daily to determine when they are ready to eat. Refrigerate them to slow further ripening.


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