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