Key Facts:
Scientific Name: Pyrus communis ‘Prairie Gem’
Common Name: Prairie Gem Pear
Family: Rosaceae (Rose family)
Height: 12-15 feet at maturity
Spread: 10-12 feet
Flower Color: White
Fruit Color: Green
Fruit Size: Medium
Fruit Flavor: Sweet and juicy
Bloom Time: Spring
Growth Habit: Compact, rounded
Sunlight: Prefers full sun
Soil Preference: Well-drained soil; adaptable to various soil types
Water Needs: Moderate; regular watering needed for best fruit quality
Pest and Disease Resistance: Generally resistant to common pear diseases and pests
Why You Will Love Prairie Gem Pear
Prairie Gem Pear offers a delightful combination of ornamental beauty and fruit production with its charming spring blossoms and flavorful pears. Its compact size makes it perfect for smaller gardens and landscapes, while its adaptability to various soil conditions ensures easy care. Enjoy the elegant appearance and delicious fruit of Prairie Gem Pear, which enhances your garden with its aesthetic appeal and provides a tasty reward in late summer to early fall.
Prairie Gem
Prairie Gem Pear is a compact and ornamental fruit tree known for its beautiful blossoms and delicious fruit. This variety of Pyrus communis typically grows 12-15 feet in height and 10-12 feet in spread, making it suitable for smaller gardens and landscapes. It features attractive white flowers in spring, followed by green, medium-sized pears with a sweet and juicy flavor. Prairie Gem Pear is valued for its ornamental appeal, high fruit quality, and adaptability to a range of soil types and growing conditions.
