Keiffer Pear Tree native Adaptable and low-maintenance

Adaptable and low-maintenance

trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer

evergreen shrub prized for its striking clusters of bright red

nuts and ornamentals

planting another Asian pear variety like Hosui or Shinko nearby can improve fruit yield

Keiffer Pear Tree native Adaptable and low-maintenanceThe Kieffer Pear Tree (Pyrus pyrifolia 'Kieffer') is a hardy, disease resistant variety known for its large, yellow pears with a slightly rough texture and sweet, slightly tart flavor. The pears are excellent for canning, baking, and making preserves. Kieffer trees thrive in USDA Zones 5 9 and require full sun, well drained soil, and regular watering. They are not self pollinating and benefit from cross pollination with another pear variety, such as