Mount Vernon Asian Pear

Pyrus pyrifolia 'Mount Vernon' Raintree has selected this pear as the best among many open-pollinated Asian pear seedlings at the WSU Mt. Vernon, WA Experimental Station. The large, round cream-colored fruit ripens in mid season and has excellent flavor. Hardy to USDA Zone: 5 Chill Hours Needed: Unverified/Average chill needed for most Asian pears is 400-450 Mature Height:  15' (Semi Dwarf) Sun: Full Sun Ripening Time: Late Summer Pollination: Needs a Pollinizer Semi-Dwarf Rootstock: OHxF87 Read our Asian Pear Growing Guide