Comice pears contain a famously outstanding flavor and many growers consider them to be a premium pear cultivar. It's easy to see why after eating them fresh off the tree! The delicate fruit is green and puts on pink streaks as it ripens, also becoming so soft that it can be eaten with just a spoon. This is the most common choice of pear for elegant fruit baskets, often given as presents around Christmas, earning Comice the nickname "Christmas Pear". Planting a Comice Pear tree adds a touch of modern fruit-growing culture to a landscape, which will be enjoyed for years to come.
What makes the Comice Pear great?
- Comice is self-pollinating!
- Comice is considered a premium pear cultivar due to its outstanding flavor and delicacy.
- Comice are bright green and obtain pink streaks as they ripen.
- Great for fresh eating or cooking.
- Comice are heavy-bearing fruit trees.
Cold Hardiness Zones |
5, 6, 7, 8, 9
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Min. Temperature |
-20° F, (-29° C)
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Self-Pollinating |
Yes |
Botanical Name |
Pyrus communis 'Doyenné du Comice'
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Mature Height (ft.) |
10' - 15' |
Mature Width (ft.) |
8' - 12' |
Harvest Season |
Summer through Fall |
Recommended Spacing (ft.) |
8' - 20' |
Best Seasons to Plant for Zones 7 - 11 |
Fall through Spring
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Best Seasons to Plant for Zones 2 - 6
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Spring |
Optimal Soil Condition
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Acidic - Neutral
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Fragrance
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Mild |
Blossom Color |
White |
Fruit Color |
Lime green with pink blush |
Tasting Notes |
Incredibly sweet and soft |
Flesh Color |
Bright white |