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Ayers Pear Tree

Ayers Pear Tree

$46.99

Ayers is an old Southern heirloom often referred to as the “sugar pear”, originating in Kansas. These pears have high sugar content, making them a delicious mid-summer treat. The fruits are stunning on the tree a rounded shape, with a deep buttery yellow skin, blushed with red.  Ayers can be eaten fresh or cooked, with the same yummy result.

*Sorry but we are not able to ship this product; instore purchases only*

Growth Habit

Easy to grow, it is resistant to fire blight. It’s self-pollinating but bears a significantly larger crop with another variety closely planted. Ayers Pears ripen in late July – early August. Ayers will yield fruit Late July/early August. When your tree matures, it will be approximately 18 - 20' tall x 12 - 13' wide.  

Care

Plant the Ayers Pear tree in full sun in an area with well-draining soil. This European pear requires only 300 chill hours, far fewer than most other pear trees. The Ayers pear is a great choice for Southern Gardens.

Toxicity

Although pears are a great snack for pets because they're high in copper, vitamins C and K, and fiber, deer also love pears: they are sweet, tasty, and crunchy.

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4637 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37415
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Ayers is an old Southern heirloom often referred to as the “sugar pear”, originating in Kansas. These pears have high sugar content, making them a delicious mid-summer treat. The fruits are stunning on the tree a rounded shape, with a deep buttery yellow skin, blushed with red.  Ayers can be eaten fresh or cooked, with the same yummy result.

*Sorry but we are not able to ship this product; instore purchases only*

Easy to grow, it is resistant to fire blight. It’s self-pollinating but bears a significantly larger crop with another variety closely planted. Ayers Pears ripen in late July – early August. Ayers will yield fruit Late July/early August. When your tree matures, it will be approximately 18 - 20' tall x 12 - 13' wide.  

Plant the Ayers Pear tree in full sun in an area with well-draining soil. This European pear requires only 300 chill hours, far fewer than most other pear trees. The Ayers pear is a great choice for Southern Gardens.

Although pears are a great snack for pets because they're high in copper, vitamins C and K, and fiber, deer also love pears: they are sweet, tasty, and crunchy.

Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 1 year warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.