Ubileen Pear Tree
A shining star in our pear universe, the Ubileen Pear Tree produces baskets full of large, very early ripening, delicious and juicy fruit. This unique variety from former Yugoslavia is very disease resistant and ripens in late July, fully one month before most other European Pear varieties.
Latin Name: Pyrus communis
Site and Soil: European Pears like full to 1/2 day sun and well-drained soil.
Rootstock Description: A dwarfing rootstock for European Pears, OHxF 513 produces trees 10-12 ft. in height.
Pollination Requirements: Ubileen Pear need another variety nearby for cross-pollination. Our Asian Pear varieties can also be used as pollinators.
Hardiness: Hardy to minus 25° F. or below.
Bearing Age: 2-3 years after planting.
Size at Maturity: 10-12 ft. in height.
Taste: Sweet, juicy
Fruit Skin: Yellow with red blush
Fruit Size: Large
Bloom Time: April
Ripening Time: Late July
Yield: 50+ lbs.
Pests & Diseases: Our European Pear varieties are generally quite disease resistant and easy to grow. Except for occasional problems with Codling Moth, we have not seen significant insect damage on our varieties.
USDA Zone: 4-8