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Kieffer Pear

Kieffer Pear

Pyrus communis 'Kieffer'

Grandpa's Nature Friendly™ Kieffer pear is an old-time favorite of pear lovers. It has large, long golden-yellow fruit often with a some crimson blush. It has crisp, jiucy, white flesh that is slightly course, with a musky aroma. It is excellent for canning, baking, pear honey and preserves. It is extra hardy, but does well even in hotter climates. It is practically immune to fire blight! Ripens in mid-September to October.

Kieffer Pear Pricing

Item # Description Price
245 Kieffer Pear on Semi-Dwarf (OHxF 333) root, Extra-Large 5/8" up caliper grade $23.99 Add Add to Cart
1062 Kieffer Pear on Semi-Standard (OHxF 97) root, Extra-Large 5/8" up caliper grade $21.99 Add Add to Cart
1579 Kieffer Pear on Semi-Standard (OHxF 97) root, 2 year Medium grade $22.99 Add Add to Cart

Height

10-15 Feet

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Spread

8-12 Feet


USDA Hardiness Zone 4-9

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Pyrus communis 'Kieffer'
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Kieffer is almost immune from fire blight. It is one of the few self-fruitful pears, so single trees will set great crops. It will also make a good pollinator for other pears that do need another variety to pollinate. Kieffer will grow almost anywhere and be a good producer for even the most inexperienced bakyard fruit grower.

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A Little History about Kieffer Pear

We don't know the heritage of Kieffer pear, but it has been a favorite pear of many for a long time because of its many uses and ease of growth.

Pyrus communis 'Kieffer' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character
Excellent pollinizer
Self-fertile
Mid-season blooming
Disease Resistance
Fire Blight Resistance
Fruit Characteristics
Large fruit
Growth Rate/Habit
Spreading habit
Spurry habit
Average vigor
Upright habit
Early to bear
Very productive
Harvest Period
Early fall
Mid-September
Other Attributes
Very juicy
Keeps well
Aromatic
Sweet
Very crisp
Site Requirements
Full Sun
Very hardy
Skill Required
Easy to grow
Uses
Juice or Cider
Canning or freezing
High dessert quality
Cooking or baking
Good for sauce