Pyrus communis 'Gorham' is a medium-sized, upright tree featuring glossy, oval-shaped dark green leaves that emerge in spring alongside white blossoms. The fruit is medium in size, conical in shape, and ranges from pale green to yellow, often showcasing varying degrees of russeting. The flesh is fine, sweet, juicy, and aromatic. This variety is self-fertile and falls within pollination group 4. The pears typically mature in early autumn and can be stored for one to two months.

Pyrus consists of deciduous trees and shrubs characterized by oval-shaped leaves. In the spring, these plants produce fragrant white flowers, which are succeeded by green or brown fruits. Some species bear fruits that are suitable for consumption.

Pyrus communis 'Gorham' (D)

Pyrus communis 'Gratiole de Jersey' (D)

Pyrus communis 'Green Beurré' (D)

Pyrus communis 'Green Horse' (Perry)

Pyrus communis 'Green Pear of Yair' (D)

Pyrus communis 'Gregoire Bordillon' (D)

Pyrus communis 'Gros Blanquet' (D)

Pyrus communis 'Gwehelog Red' (Perry)

Pyrus communis 'Gwehelog' (Perry)

Pyrus communis 'Hacon's Incomparable' is a medium-sized, upright pear tree featuring glossy, oval foliage and producing white flowers in the spring. The fruit is medium-sized, shaped from conical to nearly round, with pale green skin that has russeting. Inside, the flesh is yellowish-white, slightly gritty, and exceptionally juicy, offering a unique and aromatic flavor when fully ripe. Harvest in mid-autumn for use through late autumn. This variety requires cross-pollination, classified in pollination group 6, and is not self-fertile.

Pyrus communis 'Hacon's Incomparable' (D)

Pyrus communis 'Harley Gum' (F)

Pyrus communis 'Harovin Sundown' (F)

Pyrus communis 'Harrow Bliss'PBR (F)

Pyrus communis 'Harrow Delight' (D)

Pyrus communis 'Harrow Sweet'PBR

Pyrus communis 'Harvest Queen' (D/C)

Pyrus communis 'Harvester' (C)

Pyrus communis 'Hellen's Early' (Perry)

Pyrus communis 'Hendre Huffcap' (Perry)

Pyrus communis 'Hessle' is a medium-sized, upright tree characterized by its elongated, glossy oval leaves and white flowers that emerge in spring. The dessert pears produced are small, exhibiting a round to conical shape, with greenish-yellow skin that may show some russeting. The flesh is pale yellow, juicy, and sweet, though it has a mild flavor. Harvest the fruit in early autumn for use through mid-autumn. This variety is quite hardy and consistently yields fruit even in cooler climates. Note that it is not self-fertile and belongs to pollination group 2.

Pyrus communis 'Hessle' (D)

Pyrus communis 'Highland' (D)

Pyrus communis 'Hl 315023' (F)

Pyrus communis 'Holme Lacy'

Pyrus communis 'Huyshe's Prince of Wales' (F)

Pyrus communis 'Huyshe's Victoria' (C/D)

Pyrus communis 'Hw 623'PBR (F)

Pyrus communis 'Improved Fertility' (D)

Pyrus communis 'Jack Green'

Pyrus communis 'Jaco'PBR (F)

'Jargonelle' is among the earliest cultivated pear varieties, known for its durability and longevity. The fruit is medium in size, characterized by tender, juicy flesh and a skin that is yellow-green with a reddish blush and some russeting. This variety belongs to pollination group 3 and typically produces its harvest in August.

Pyrus communis 'Jargonelle' (D)

Pyrus communis 'Jaspidea'

Pyrus communis 'Jeanne d'Arc' (D)

Pyrus communis 'Jeribasma' (D)

Pyrus communis 'Johnny Mount' (D)

'Joséphine de Malines' is a dessert pear known for its rich, buttery flavor and aromatic profile. This variety thrives in a warm location. It produces a consistent and abundant yield, although the fruit is prone to bruising. Harvested pears can be enjoyed from November to January. It belongs to pollination group 3.

Pyrus communis 'Joséphine de Malines' (D)

Pyrus communis 'Joy of Kent' (Pironi Series) (D)

Pyrus communis 'Judge Amphlett' (Perry)

Pyrus communis 'Jules d'Airolles' (D)

Pyrus communis 'Kelway's King' (D)

Pyrus communis 'Kieffer' (C)

Pyrus communis 'Krasnie Conference'PBR

Pyrus communis 'Kristina'PBR

This Dutch cultivar typically reaches a height of about 6 meters. It features glossy, oval-shaped leaves and produces white flowers in the spring. The fruit is small, yellow-green with a dark red blush, and has creamy flesh that offers a sweet, slightly dry flavor. While it is partially self-fertile, planting it alongside other compatible varieties can enhance fruit production. The fruit is best enjoyed fresh, as it does not store well.

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