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Variety Descriptions

Moonglow-This is a medium to large pear with yellow fruit and a pink blush.  The flesh is mildly juicy with a smooth texture, a mild flavor and almost no grit cells.  It is an excellent choice for fresh use or for canning.

Bartlett- This is the standard against which all other pears are compared.  Large, golden yellow fruit has a smooth, juicy white flesh and a pleasnt touch of tartness.  A perfect choice for fresh eating, canning or preserves.

Comice-The flesh of this pear is rich, juicy, firm, sweet and so finely textured that it is too delicate for cooking.  The broad based, narrow necked fruit is a greenish yellow color and originated in Angers, France.

Bosc-Medium to large, dark yellow fruit with brownish russeted skin and long, gourd-shaped neck.  Tender, aromatic, juicy, smooth textured, white flesh.  Rich, slightly acid flavor.  Fine for eating, baking and drying.

 

 

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