Description Anjou (D’Anjou) is one of the most versatile and reliable European pears—smooth, sweet, and gently aromatic with excellent storage ability. It remains green even when ripe, but softens to a juicy, buttery texture ideal for fresh eating, salads, and winter storage. Anjou fruit holds its shape when cooked, making it one of the best all-purpose pears. This Anjou pear grows on a semi-dwarfing rootstock, keeping the mature tree in the manageable 12–15 ft range—easy for pruning, harvesting, and long-term care. The semi-dwarf habit also improves productivity and keeps fruit quality high while still offering strong vigor. Anjou is not self-fertile and requires another European pear nearby for pollination. Compatible partners include Bartlett, Comice, Bosc, Seckel, and Harrow Sweet. Overview Smooth, sweet flavor with excellent storage life. Semi-dwarf size—compact, easy-to-maintain tree. Great for fresh eating, baking, and poaching. Stores for months in refrigeration. Requires another European pear for pollination. Growing Details Latin Name: Pyrus communis ‘Anjou’Site and Soil: 1/2 day to full day of sun; prefers well-drained soilRootstock: OHxF 97 (semi-dwarf)Hardiness: USDA Zone 5–9Bearing Age: 1–3 yearsSize at Maturity: 12–15 ft — compact and manageableBloom Time: Mid-seasonRipening Time: October to December (exceptional storage quality)Pollination: Requires another European pearPests & Diseases: Good vigor and improved fire blight toleranceYield: Heavy, reliable crops once established Additional Notes Anjou stays green when ripe—test readiness by gently pressing the neck of the fruit. Excellent winter keeper; stores beautifully for months. Semi-dwarfing rootstock keeps the tree at an ideal home-orchard size. Explore more pear varieties in our collection: Pear Trees
