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Pear

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Long-lived fruit tree. Pick before fully ripe and ripen indoors. Asian and European types.

Harvest 730-1460 days
Temp Range -20°C — 32°C
Frost Tolerant ❄

Quick Answer: How to Grow Pear

Pear takes 730-1460 days to harvest. It grows best in 15–25°C with full sun and regular watering. Pear is frost tolerant and can handle temperatures down to -20°C. It can be grown in 350 cities worldwide.

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Growing Requirements

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Sun
Full Sun
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Water
Regular
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Frost
Tolerant
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Harvest
730-1460 days

Temperature Range

15-25°C
-10°C 45°C
Optimal: 15–25°C Tolerates: -20–32°C
Tropical suitable: No
Cities growing: 350 of 350

Growing Tips

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Expert Tips

Plant 2 varieties for cross-pollination. Fire blight resistant varieties recommended.

Quick Facts

  • Grows in 350 of 350 cities
  • Available in 7 regions worldwide
  • Temperature range: -20°C to 32°C
  • Optimal growing: 15°C to 25°C
  • Harvest in 730-1460 days

Did You Know?

  • 🌱 Pear is frost-tolerant, meaning it can survive light frosts and even thrive in cooler temperatures.
  • 🌱 Pear needs at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth.

Where to Grow Pear

Pear can be grown in 350 cities across 7 regions worldwide

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Europe

80 cities
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Asia

79 cities
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North America

78 cities
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Africa

39 cities
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South America

39 cities
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Oceania

19 cities
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Middle East

16 cities

🌍 Europe (80 cities)

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Aarhus, DK medium
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Amsterdam, NL medium
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Zagreb, HR medium
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Zurich, CH medium
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🌏 Asia (79 cities)

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Ahmedabad, IN medium
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Almaty, KZ medium
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Bali, ID medium
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Bandung, ID medium
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Bangkok, TH medium
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Beijing, CN medium
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Busan, KR medium
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Cebu, PH medium
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Chandigarh, IN medium
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Chengdu, CN medium
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Chennai, IN medium
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Chiang Mai, TH medium
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Chittagong, BD medium
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Chongqing, CN medium
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Coimbatore, IN medium
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Colombo, LK medium
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Da Nang, VN medium
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Dalian, CN medium
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Hanoi, VN medium
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Hyderabad, IN medium
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Incheon, KR medium
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Indore, IN medium
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Islamabad, PK medium
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Kolkata, IN medium
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Kuala Lumpur, MY medium
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Kyoto, JP medium
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Manila, PH medium
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Mumbai, IN medium
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Taipei, TW medium
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Vientiane, LA medium
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Yangon, MM medium
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🌎 North America (78 cities)

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Albuquerque, US medium
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Anchorage, US medium
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Atlanta, US medium
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Austin, US medium
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Baltimore, US medium
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Baton Rouge, US medium
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Boise, US medium
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Buffalo, US medium
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Calgary, CA medium
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Cancun, MX medium
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Charleston, US medium
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Charlotte, US medium
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Chicago, US medium
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Denver, US medium
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Detroit, US medium
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Edmonton, CA medium
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El Paso, US medium
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Fargo, US medium
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Guadalajara, MX medium
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Houston, US medium
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Kingston, JM medium
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Knoxville, US medium
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Las Vegas, US medium
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Little Rock, US medium
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Los Angeles, US medium
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Louisville, US medium
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Madison, US medium
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Memphis, US medium
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Mexico City, MX medium
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Miami, US medium
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Oklahoma City, US medium
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Omaha, US medium
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🌍 Africa (39 cities)

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Abidjan, CI medium
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Harare, ZW medium
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Kampala, UG medium
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Kigali, RW medium
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Lagos, NG medium
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Lome, TG medium
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Luanda, AO medium
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Mombasa, KE medium
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Nairobi, KE medium
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Port Louis, MU medium
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Windhoek, NA medium
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Zanzibar, TZ medium
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🌎 South America (39 cities)

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Arequipa, PE medium
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Asuncion, PY medium
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Barranquilla, CO medium
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Belem, BR medium
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Bogota, CO medium
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Brasilia, BR medium
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Buenos Aires, AR medium
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Cali, CO medium
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Campinas, BR medium
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Caracas, VE medium
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Cartagena, CO medium
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Cordoba, AR medium
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Curitiba, BR medium
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Cusco, PE medium
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Fortaleza, BR medium
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Georgetown, GY medium
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Goiania, BR medium
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Guayaquil, EC medium
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La Paz, BO medium
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Lima, PE medium
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Manaus, BR medium
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Medellin, CO medium
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Mendoza, AR medium
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Montevideo, UY medium
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Paramaribo, SR medium
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Port of Spain, TT medium
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Porto Alegre, BR medium
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Quito, EC medium
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Recife, BR medium
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Rio de Janeiro, BR medium
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Rosario, AR medium
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Salvador, BR medium
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Santa Cruz, BO medium
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Santiago, CL medium
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Sao Paulo, BR medium
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Sucre, BO medium
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Trujillo, PE medium
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Valparaiso, CL medium
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🌊 Oceania (19 cities)

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Adelaide, AU medium
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Alice Springs, AU medium
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Auckland, NZ medium
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Brisbane, AU medium
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Cairns, AU medium
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Canberra, AU medium
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Christchurch, NZ medium
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Darwin, AU medium
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Dunedin, NZ medium
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Gold Coast, AU medium
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Hamilton, NZ medium
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Hobart, AU medium
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Melbourne, AU medium
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Noumea, NC medium
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Perth, AU medium
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Suva, FJ medium
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Sydney, AU medium
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Townsville, AU medium
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Wellington, NZ medium
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🕌 Middle East (16 cities)

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Abu Dhabi, AE medium
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Amman, JO medium
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Baghdad, IQ medium
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Beirut, LB medium
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Doha, QA medium
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Dubai, AE medium
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Erbil, IQ medium
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Jeddah, SA medium
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Kuwait City, KW medium
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Manama, BH medium
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Muscat, OM medium
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Riyadh, SA medium
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Sana'a, YE medium
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Tabriz, IR medium
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Tehran, IR medium
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Tel Aviv, IL medium
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When should I plant pear in my city?

The best time to plant pear depends on your local climate zone. It thrives in temperatures between 15°C and 25°C. Since pear is frost tolerant, you can plant it before the last frost date. Check your city's planting calendar on GrowByCity for exact dates.

Can I grow pear in winter?

Yes, pear is frost tolerant and can handle temperatures down to -20°C. In many climates, it can be grown through winter with some protection.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Pear

When should I plant pear?

The best time to plant pear depends on your local climate. Pear grows best in temperatures between 15°C and 25°C (can tolerate -20°C to 32°C). Pear is frost tolerant, so it can be planted earlier in spring or later in fall. Check your city's planting calendar on GrowByCity for exact planting months.

Can pear grow in tropical climates?

Pear is not well-suited for tropical climates. It prefers cooler conditions with temperatures between 15°C and 25°C. In tropical areas, it may bolt, fail to fruit, or suffer from heat stress. Consider growing it in cooler seasons or at higher elevations.

How long does pear take to grow?

Pear typically takes 730-1460 days from planting to harvest. It requires full sun and regular watering. Plant 2 varieties for cross-pollination. Fire blight resistant varieties recommended.

Find the Best Time to Plant Pear

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