Fruit Tree
Pear
Pyrus communis
Varieties We Carry
FloridahomePyrus communisKiefferPyrus communisFlordahomePyrus communis
Sizes & Pricing
15 galFrom$140.00
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 11.
LightFull Sun
WaterModerate
Mature size15-30 feet × 15-20 feet
About Pear
European pear (Pyrus communis) is not recommended for Northeast Florida zone 9b — it requires 600–800 chill hours that our climate cannot reliably provide. Low-chill hybrid cultivars such as 'Flordahome' or 'Hood', grafted on Pyrus calleryana rootstock, are the correct choice for NE Florida home fruit gardens. These hybrids produce clusters of white spring flowers and pear-shaped fruit in summer, with moderate fire blight resistance. Starting at $140.00.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Active growing season.
Foliage may begin to change or drop.
Dormant — drops foliage. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Light
Plant in full sun (minimum 6 hours direct sun daily) in a well-drained site. Full sun is essential for fruit set and tree health.
Water
Water regularly during establishment; once established, deep-water during dry spells. Avoid waterlogging, which promotes root rot and fire blight.
Soil & Fertilizer
Prefers well-drained sandy loam at pH 6.0–6.5. Apply a balanced fertilizer such as 6-6-6 or 8-8-8 (approx. 1.5 lbs per year of tree age, max 15 lbs) split between January and June; include magnesium and micronutrients. Avoid excess nitrogen, which increases fire blight susceptibility.
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Common questions
Is Pear a good plant for St. Augustine?
Pear is a fruit tree for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 15-30 feet × 15-20 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.