Red D Pear Tree
Pyrus communis 'Red D'Anjou'
Pear Tree
Currently unavailable
The 'Red D'Anjou' pear is a popular European pear variety known for its attractive red skin, sweet flavor, and juicy, buttery texture. It's a vigorous, spreading tree that makes an excellent addition to home orchards. 'Red D'Anjou' requires cross-pollination to produce fruit. A compatible pear variety with a similar bloom period is needed nearby for successful pollination. Suitable pollinators include 'Bartlett'.
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Plant facts
Quick answers
How big does Red D Pear Tree get?
About 15-20' tall and 12-15' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Red D Pear Tree need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Red D Pear Tree need?
Heavy water use.
Will Red D Pear Tree grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 4, so it suits sites in zone 4 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Red D Pear Tree in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Red D Pear Tree wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.