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.

Height 10-15 Feet

Spread 8-12 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 4-9

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.

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