Pear

Be aware that the best time to prune or trim a Bradford will be when it goes into dormancy around the fall. Spring and summer… Read More »When Should Bradford Pear Trees Be Pruned?

The skin or peel of fruits and vegetables are generally higher in antioxidants, fiber, vitamins and minerals than the flesh, according to Malina Malkani, MS,… Read More »Why Should The Skin Of Apple And Pears Not Be Removed When Eaten?

Topping is not a recommended method for maintaining Bradford pear trees. It can result in the limbs becoming even more fragile as they become over-weighted.… Read More »Should Bradford Pear Trees Be Topped?

ANSWER: The little berries (aka pomes) are the the fruit of the Bradford Pear, and are considered inedible by humans. Is Bradford pear good to… Read More »What Is The Fruit On A Bradford Pear Tree?

Function. Bradford pear trees are primarily grown as ornamental trees for their spring flora. The fruits, which are inedible raw, can be used to make… Read More »Can You Eat Bradford Pears Raw?

Use Bosc pears in any recipe calling for cooking pears in which you want the whole, halved, sliced, or chopped pear to hold its shape… Read More »Are Bosc Pears Good For Eating Raw?

Seckel pears eat best on the firm side. Refrain from pinching the fruit; unlike your sweetie’s cheek, the Seckel will bruise even when gently pinched.… Read More »How Do You Eat A Seckel Pear?

You can use Red Anjou pears for fresh eating, but they also hold up well when poached. Also try them in baked goods, like tarts… Read More »Can You Eat Red Pears?

Store unripe pears at room temperature. Room temperature storage will allow your pears to continue the ripening process. They should be stored whole and not… Read More »Can Pears Be Stored At Room Temperature?

If the fruit is slightly soft, it’s ripe. If the flesh is hard, don’t eat it. If your pear is still hard, leave it on… Read More »Are Red Pears Supposed To Be Hard?