Luscious Pear

Pyrus communis 'Luscious'

Luscious pear is very hardy and resistant to fire blight. It is an excellent dessert pear, but not well suited to canning. The fruit is medium size, bright yellow with a little red blush. Flavor is similar but more intense than Bartlett. It is a juicy, pleasant and sweet flavored pear that is good for northern, cold climes. It ripens in late September.

Height 10-15 Feet

Spread 8-12 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 4-7

Pyrus communis 'Luscious' Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips Luscious requires a another pollinator pear, like similar hardy pears Patten or Parker, but other pears should be adequate too depending on how cold your climate is. The tree is vigorous and upright to spreading and similar to most pears in care and maintenance. It is not very susceptible to fire blight. It has glossy green foliage that turns red in the fall, thus making a beautiful and fruitful addition to the yard.

A Little History about Luscious Pear Luscious was developed by South Dakota State University especially for the cold Northern Great Plains, and was introduced in 1967.

Pyrus communis 'Luscious' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character • Mid-season blooming • Pollinizer needed	Disease Resistance • Fire Blight Resistance	Fruit Characteristics • Medium size fruit	Growth Rate/Habit • Upright habit • Average vigor • Early to bear • Spreading habit • Spurry habit
Harvest Period • Early fall	Other Attributes • Sweet • Very crisp • Very juicy • Long-term keeper • Aromatic	Site Requirements • Very hardy • Full Sun	Skill Required • Average skill
Uses • High dessert quality