Why "redder" isn't always "better".
Grandpa often bucks this trend seen in the produce department.
Red Clapp's Pear

Red Clapp's Pear---SALE PRICED!

Pyrus communis 'Kalle'

Red Clapp's Pear is a highly colored strain of the regular Clapp's Favorite pear. It ripens in mid-summer and is a juicy, sweet fruit with all the good and bad qualities of its parent.

Red Clapp's Pear---SALE PRICED! Pricing

Item # Description Price
336 Red Clapp's Pear on Semi-Standard (OHxF 97 or 87) root, Extra Large 5/8" up caliper grade $21.99 Add Add to Cart
991 Red Clapp's Pear on Semi-Standard (OHxF 97 or 87) root, 2 year-Extra Large grade $24.99  $19.99 Add Add to Cart
1577 Red Clapp's Pear on Semi-Dwarf (OHxF 333) root, Medium 7/16"-1/2" caliper grade $21.99 Add Add to Cart

Height

10-15 Feet

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Spread

8-12 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

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Pyrus communis 'Kalle'
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Grow Red Clapp's just like ordinary Clapp's Favorite. It is only slightly less vigorous, but is just as susceptible to fire blight. Trim only as necessary and fertilize lightly.

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A Little History about Red Clapp's Pear---SALE PRICED!

Red Clapp's pear originated as a red sport of Clapp's Favorite about 20 miles from Grandpa's home near the town of South Haven, Michigan It was discovered in 1939 and is often referred to as Kalle pear, being named after Adrian Kalle who found it.

Pyrus communis 'Kalle' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character
• Pollinizer needed
Fruit Characteristics
• Large fruit
Growth Rate/Habit
• Upright habit
• Very vigorous
• Spreading habit
• Spurry habit
Harvest Period
• Early season
• Early summer
Other Attributes
• Sweet
• Very crisp
• Very juicy
• Short shelf-life
• Aromatic
Site Requirements
• Full Sun
• Winter hardy
Skill Required
• Average skill
Uses
• High dessert quality
• Juice or Cider