Description of the 20 best early, summer varieties of pears with photos and reviews

A selection of summer pear varieties for growing in different regions

The best early varieties of pears are easy to describe because they have many positive qualities. A distinctive feature of summer pears is their rapid entry into fruiting and excellent taste. The fruits ripen from mid-July to the end of August.They may not be stored for long and do not tolerate transportation very well, but they can be eaten straight from the tree. In addition, summer pears are very beautiful, as evidenced by reviews and photos of gardeners.

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Summer pear varieties for the Moscow region
Summer pear varieties for the southern regions
Dwarf varieties of early pears

Summer pears ripen in late July - August and can be eaten straight from the tree

Early varieties of pears for the Moscow region and the middle zone

Early varieties of pears are very suitable for the regions of the middle zone and the Moscow region, where autumn comes early and there is a high probability of early frosts.

Early summer

Early summer fruits are tasty, medium-sized fruits.

If you harvest a week or two earlier, the pears can be stored longer and will withstand transportation well. The first harvest can be expected 3 years after planting the seedling.

Tree height: 4 m. The crown is pyramidal with branches tending upward.
Pollinators are not needed.
Ripening occurs in August. In a cool room, the fruits can be stored for 2-3 months.
Productivity: 60 kg.
Medium-sized pears, 80-120 g. Pear-shaped, smooth surface. The skin is light green, thin, matte. When ripe it becomes lemony with a pink side. The pulp is white, sweet, aromatic and juicy.
The variety is susceptible to diseases and pests; regular preventive treatment is required.
Frost resistance: -30°C. Climate zone: 4.

“The Early Summer pear has been growing here in the Moscow region for the 5th year. We have already tried the first pears, very tasty and beautiful, just like in the photo. For me, this is the best summer variety."

Moldavian early

In the photo, early Moldavian. A tall variety that produces juicy large fruits, is frost-resistant, and begins to bear fruit very early.

After 3-4 years, the first fruits appear.There are still a few of them, but you can already appreciate the taste of the fruit.

Tree dimensions: 3-4 m. Pyramid-shaped crown.
Pollinators: Bere giffard, Swallow, Beautiful.
Harvesting begins in August. The fruits are stored for 7-14 days.
Productivity - 70 kg.
The fruits, weighing 120-140 g, are yellow-green. The peel is dense. The pulp is creamy, juicy, aromatic, sweet.
Without protective measures, the variety is susceptible to infection by bacterial canker and powdery mildew. Scab resistant.
Frost resistance: -30°C. Climate zone: 4.

“The Moldavian early one is one of the earliest. The weight of the fruit is about 150 g, which is not so bad for early varieties. The pulp is semi-oily, sweet and sour. I rate the taste quality as 4.3 points on a 5-point system.”

Mlievskaya early

One of the best early varieties in terms of taste and fast growth rate.

It has a high precociousness, the first fruits ripen in the 3-4th year after planting.

Tree dimensions: 4-5 m. The crown is wide-pyramidal.
The crop is self-fertile, but proximity to other varieties with similar flowering periods will increase the yield.
The fruits are ready for harvest in early August and can be stored for up to 4 weeks.
Productivity: 70-120 kg.
The fruits, weighing up to 100-200 g, are classically pear-shaped. The skin is light green with numerous dots. When ripe there is a slight blush.
The pulp is juicy and creamy. The taste is sweet with sourness.
It resists scab and other bacterial diseases well.
Frost resistance: -30°C. Climate zone: 4.

Skorospelka

A tall spreading tree with good winter hardiness, produces medium-sized fruits with excellent taste.

Tree height: 5-6 m. The crown is pyramidal.
Pollinators: In Memory of Yakovlev, Bere Giffard, Swallow, Beautiful.
The first fruits ripen on July 15-20.The fruit remains fresh for about 14 days.
Productivity: 30 kg.
The fruits are small, weighing 70 g, colored green-yellow. During storage they turn yellow. The pulp is creamy, juicy, sweet, with a faint aroma.
Scab resistant.
Frost resistance: - 40°C. Climate zone: 3

“Of the advantages of Skorospelka, I would note regular fruiting. High resistance to disease and frost in the Moscow region. Disadvantages - the taste is mediocre, in dry summers it is necessary to water it - otherwise the taste will become astringent. Short consumer period - about 3-5 maximum 7 days.”

Lada

The photo shows an early Lada variety. Widely distributed in the Moscow region. The tree is medium-sized, with a dense conical crown. Gives a harvest from 3-4 years.

From year to year the taste of the variety improves. The use of fruits is universal: they are consumed fresh and canned. The tree is resistant to frost and scab.

Tree height: 3 m.
Pollinators: Chizhovskaya, Severyanka, Kosmicheskaya.
The harvest ripens in August. Fruiting is regular. Shelf life – up to 30 days.
Productivity: 50 kg.
The fruits, weighing 100 g, have a thin yellow skin with a pink blush. The pulp is white with a creamy tint. The classic shape is pear-shaped.
Immunity to diseases is high, and preventive measures are necessary against pests.
Frost resistance: -30°C. Climate zone: 4.

“We planted Lada about eight years ago. It was only last year that a bountiful harvest was harvested, although the tree had been bearing fruit since it was four years old. We chose the Chizhovskaya pear as a neighbor for our Lada - they bloom at the same time, both trees bear fruit well.”

Chizhovskaya

Medium-sized tree with large fruits. Ripe fruits are prone to shedding.

Fruiting occurs 3-4 years after planting.The harvest is pleasing every year. Universal application, average transportability.

Tree height: 3-5 m. The crown is spreading and requires formative pruning.
Pollinators: Lada, Cosmic, Severyanka, Detskaya.
The harvest ripens in mid-August and lasts until early September, stored for 2-3 weeks.
Productivity: 50 kg.
Pears, weighing 120-150 g, greenish-yellow. The pulp is juicy, dense, with a delicate aroma. The taste is sweet with a slight sourness.
Good resistance to diseases and pests.
Frost resistance: –30°С. Climate zone: 4.

“Chizhovskaya is one of the most reliable varieties on my site. I chose the Chizhovskaya pear based on the description of the variety, photos, and reviews. The tree can withstand even severe frosts. Its fruits are very tasty and juicy. They are not stored for very long, especially if they are already overripe. Several other varieties were planted three meters away for pollination.”

Children's

In the photo there is a Children's pear. Early summer fast-growing variety with a compact crown. The fruits are often consumed fresh.

The tree is rarely affected by fungal diseases. Fruiting occurs in the 4-5th year. The tree needs regular pruning.

Tree height: 5-7 m.
Pollinators: Lada, Cosmic, Severyanka, Detskaya.
Ripening is gradual, lasting from the last days of July to mid-August. The harvest can be stored for up to 30 days in cool conditions.
Productivity: 30-40 kg.
Pears, weighing up to 100g, light yellow in color. The shape of the fruit is regular and classic. The pulp is creamy, juicy and tender. The taste is sweet.
The variety is resistant to scab.
Frost resistance: - 30°C. Climate zone: 4.

Bere Giffard

The variety is intended for fresh consumption.

The variety is demanding on soil, prefers fertile soil. The harvest can be expected in the 6th year of cultivation.

Tree height: 3-5 m. Spreading crown.
Pollinators: Chizhovskaya, Severyanka, Kosmicheskaya.
The fruits ripen from mid-July and are stored for no more than 5 days.
Productivity: 30-45 kg.
Pears, weighing 75-100 g, green-yellow. The skin is thin and susceptible to damage during transportation. The pulp is tender, white, juicy. Pear-shaped.
The variety suffers greatly from fruit rot, but is resistant to scab.
Frost resistance: -30°C. Climate zone: 4.

“I love the Bere Giffard variety. There are a lot of fruits, they are all very sweet, my grandchildren especially love them. The only disappointment is that the shelf life is very short. We can’t cope with the harvest as a whole family, we have to distribute it among our friends.”

Early varieties of pears for the southern regions

Pear varieties grown in the southern regions of the country, first of all, must be resistant to diseases and tolerate return frosts well. It is with these qualities that breeders are trying to develop pear varieties for the south of Russia.

Williams summer (Duchess)

One of the most popular southern varieties of pears, loved by gardeners for their high yield and wine-sweet taste with the aroma of nutmeg.

But according to reviews, it does not tolerate prolonged drought and frost well. Well suited for drying and processing. The first harvest will appear 5 years after planting.

Tree height: 4-5 m. The crown is wide-pyramidal.
Pollinators: Clapp's Favorite, Forest Beauty.
The fruits ripen at the end of August. Fruits can be stored for up to 35 days.
Productivity: 40-60 kg.
The pears are large, weighing about 180 g, yellow in color with dots under the skin. The skin is thin with an uneven surface. The pulp is white or creamy, juicy.
The variety is resistant to scab, but is susceptible to pest damage.
Frost resistance: -30°C. Climate zone: 4.

“We have been growing two trees of this variety for the 6th year. Low, spreading trees. The harvests are simply amazing.All the branches were simply covered with fruits; they made supports for each branch, otherwise they would not have stood it. Such an abundance of fruit delights not only us, but also our neighbors and everyone who comes to visit. Very tasty early pear, juicy and sweet. Very pleased.

Clapp's Favorite

One of the best summer pear varieties, it is unpretentious. It begins to bear fruit 7 years after planting.

On light soils it begins to bear fruit earlier. Ripe fruits are prone to shedding. Therefore, it is recommended to remove them a little earlier before maturity. Winter hardiness and drought resistance are high.

Tree height: 4 m.
Pollinators: Bere Giffard, Williams, Forest Beauty, Olivier de Serre.
The variety ripens in late July - early August. Pears are stored for a maximum of 15 days.
Productivity: 250 kg. The possibility of fruiting lasts up to 70 years.
Pears grow quite large, weighing up to 200-250 g. They have yellow skin with a pale blush, white juicy flesh and a pleasant slightly sour taste.
Resistance to scab is weak.
Frost resistance: -30°C. Climate zone: 4.

“Although the variety is old, I’m not going to give it up. Every year we have a lot of fruit. They ripen towards mid-August. I make compotes from them, dry them, and eat them fresh. When dried, they are very tasty and aromatic, like marmalade.”

Favorite

One of the early varieties of pears loved by gardeners, characterized by good taste and aroma. Ripe fruits are prone to shedding.

The Favorit pear begins to bear fruit late, not earlier than 7-8 years of age.

Tree height: 5.5 m. Spreading crown.
Pollinators: Bere Giffard, Williams, Tavricheskaya, Dessertnaya.
The harvest ripens in mid-August. Can be stored for no more than 2-3 weeks.
Productivity: 35 kg.
The fruits, weighing 180-250 g, are oval-elongated.By the time of technical maturity, the skin becomes yellow. The sides facing the sun are painted light crimson. The pulp is creamy and juicy. The taste is sweet with a slight sourness.
Resistance to diseases and pests is shown only when preventive measures are applied.
Frost resistance: -30°C. Climate zone: 4.

“Favorite is the best summer pear on my plot with excellent yield. I would like to note one minus of the tree - I had to wait quite a long time until this variety began to bear fruit.”

Krasnodar summer

The variety is distinguished by drought and frost resistance and ease of care. The tree begins to bear fruit at the age of 6-7 years. Transportability is good.

Tree height: 4 m. The crown is wide-pyramidal, of medium density.
Pollinators: Bere Giffard, Clapp's Favorite, Williams.
The harvest of Krasnodar summer pears is carried out on the tenth-twentieth of August; the fruits are stored for fifteen days.
Productivity: 60 kg.
Pears, weighing 170 g, rounded pear-shaped. The skin is yellow-green with a faint blush. The pulp is dense, juicy, aromatic. The taste is sweet, pleasant.
The variety is resistant to scab.
Frost resistance: -30°C. Climate zone: 4.

Original

The photo shows the summer pear variety Original. Has high winter hardiness. Productivity is stable. In dry years the fruits become smaller.

The tree begins to bear fruit 6-7 years after planting. Fruiting is abundant, annual.

Tree height: 4-4.5 m. The crown is sparse, pyramidal.
Pollinators: Forest beauty, Tauride, Dessert.
Pear ripening begins in mid-August. They can be stored for up to 14 days.
Productivity: 35-50 kg.
The fruits are one-dimensional, weighing 125 g. The shape is classic, the surface is bumpy. The color of the fruit is light yellow, golden yellow, with blush.The pulp is creamy and juicy. The taste is sweet, with a spicy aftertaste.
Resistance to diseases and pests is average.
Frost resistance: -30°C. Climate zone: 4.

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June early

A good early variety with tasty fruits. It is characterized by high yield, winter hardiness and disease resistance.

Tree height: 4.5-6 m. Spreading crown.
Pollinators: Williams, Clapp's Favorite.
The fruits ripen in the second half of June and are stored for 10-14 days.
Productivity: 40-60 kg. Fruiting is regular.
Pears, weighing 90 g, classic shape. The color is light yellow with a pale red blush on a small part of the fruit. Subcutaneous points are small, inconspicuous, there are few of them. The pulp is light yellow, medium density, juicy. The taste is sweet and sour with a delicate aroma.
The variety is resistant to scab and pests.
Frost resistance: -30°C. Climate zone: 4.

“A good summer variety. I like the taste and appearance. The fruits are small, but there are many of them. We dry it, cook compotes and eat it fresh.”

July early

This pear variety is characterized by high yield, early fruit ripening, drought resistance and winter hardiness.

Fruiting occurs 6-7 years after planting the seedling. Ripe fruits do not fall for a long time.

Tree height: 4-5 m. The crown is rounded, with straight branches pointing upward.
Pollinators are not needed.
Fruits ripen on July 10 and can be stored for up to 10 days.
Productivity: 25 kg.
The fruits are medium, weighing 120 g, yellow-green with blush on the sunny side. The shape is classic for a pear. The skin is smooth, matte. The pulp is white, juicy, aromatic. The taste is sweet and sour.
The variety is resistant to scab.
Frost resistance: -30°C. Climate zone: 4.

Dwarf varieties of summer pears

There are often cases when it is not possible to collect the entire harvest. The most delicious and beautiful fruits, as in the photo, remain at the top of tall trees. This problem can be solved by planting dwarf pears. Low-growing pears have a number of advantages:

precociousness;
ease of care;
large fruits;
saving space.

Chusovaya

The variety is characterized by high winter hardiness. Chusovaya is characterized by medium-sized fruits with a very good taste and aroma.

Tree height: 2 m. The crown is pyramidal.
Pollinators are not needed.
Ripening period: August-September. The harvest can be stored for up to three weeks.
Productivity: 30-35 kg.
The fruits, weighing up to 90 g, are green-yellow with blush. Diamond shape. The pulp is tender, juicy, crispy. The taste is sweet, pleasant.
Resistance to diseases and pests is high when preventive measures are taken.
Frost resistance: -34C. Climate zone: 4.

Decor

The culture is unpretentious in care, undemanding to the composition of the soil. The Decor variety is valued for its pleasant aroma and sweet taste of fruits.

Tree height: 2.5 m.
Pollinators: Chizhovskaya, Pamyat Yakovlev, Lada.
Pears ripen at the end of August.
Productivity: 15-20 kg.
Large pears, weighing up to 250 g, have a bright yellow color. The shape is round-oval. The pulp is white-cream, aromatic and very juicy.
Immunity to diseases is high.
Frost resistance: -32°C. Climate zone: 4.

“I’ve been growing Decorah pears for several years. The harvest is always stable, the fruits are tasty. I was especially pleased that the variety is self-fertile and compact. I have a small garden, so it is not possible to grow many trees of the same type. And then I planted 1 plant and always got a harvest. While growing pears, I noticed that treatments in spring and autumn are simply necessary. Otherwise, the Decor variety is only pleasing.”

Carmen

The bright burgundy fruits of the Carmen pear variety leave no one indifferent. Thanks to its decorative appearance, Carmen is popular among landscape designers.

It can be grown not only in a country plot, but also in a winter garden or even on a balcony.

Tree height: 2.5 m.
Pollinators: Williams, Moldavskaya, Yantarnaya.
Ripening begins in mid-August. The fruits are stored refrigerated for no more than 15 days.
Productivity: 30 kg.
The fruits of the Carmen pear, weighing 150 - 200 g, have a classic shape. The skin is interspersed with bright burgundy color. The taste is excellent, sweet and sour.
Immunity to diseases and pests is moderate; preventive treatments cannot be avoided.
Frost resistance: - 30°C. Climate zone: 4.

“The early pear variety Carmen grows among our neighbors. Last year I tried their harvest and now I also want such a tree. Summer pear. The harvest won't last long, but it's an ideal option for food. It is believed that its yield is average, but if not for sale, but for the family, conservation, then there will be enough and even some leftovers! The taste is sweet, the appearance is pleasant. But it’s better to pick it from the tree a little unripe, while the flesh is still dense, otherwise it will wrinkle on the way.”

Sverdlovsk resident

Compact low growing tree. The variety is winter-hardy, early-fruiting. It begins to bear fruit in the 3-4th year.

Tree height: 2-2.5 m. The crown is wide-pyramidal.
Pollinators: Chusovaya, Decora, Carmen.
Fruit ripening period is August.
Productivity: 40 kg.
The pears are large, weighing 120 g, pear-shaped. The color is greenish or greenish-yellow. The fruits are sweet with a pleasant light sourness.
Resistance to fungal diseases is high.
Frost resistance: -36°C. Climate zone: 4.

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In memory of Yakovlev

A very popular variety among pear lovers. Valued for its excellent taste, resistance to scab and low temperatures.

The first harvest can be expected 3-4 years after planting.

Tree height: 2 m. The crown is rounded.
No pollinators required. But to increase productivity, you can plant varieties with simultaneous flowering nearby.
The harvest ripens at the end of August.
Productivity: 20 kg.
The fruits, weighing 150-200 g, are golden yellow with an orange blush. The pulp is juicy, creamy. The taste will not leave anyone indifferent.
Resistance to diseases and pests is high.
Frost resistance: - 30°C. Climate zone: 4.

“I won’t say that caring for a tree is very difficult: of course, we try to cover the trunk for the winter. I cut out only dry and intertwined branches. During the entire period of growing, I encountered scab only a couple of times, and even then it was not critical. I harvest in early October, when the pears are still “stone”. You definitely need to let them sit, then they become softer, but I don’t have enough juiciness. In general, the variety is not for everyone. On average, about 30 kg per tree comes out; I harvest the crop 7-10 days before full ripening. I process it into jam, compotes, and sometimes dry it.”

August dew

Winter-hardy and high-yielding variety with high resistance to most diseases.

It begins to bear fruit in the 4th year. Tolerates transportation well.

Tree height: 2.5-3 m. Crown of medium density with drooping branches.
Pollinators: Chusovaya, Decora, Carmen, Pamyati Yakovlev.
Fruit ripening occurs in mid-August. Taste and presentation are preserved for up to two weeks.
Productivity: 25-35 kg.
The fruits, weighing 110-130 g, have a green color with a faint blush. Pear-shaped, without ribs. The skin is smooth, matte. The pulp is white, juicy. The taste is sweet and sour.
Good immunity to diseases and pests.
Frost resistance: - 32°C. Climate zone: 4.

“I’ve been getting into gardening recently. I wanted to plant a pear tree at my dacha that would be tasty and not too tall. They recommended August Dew to me. I read the description, reviews, studied the photos, planted it and did not regret it. The tree is really compact and has not suffered from anything so far. The fruits are large, very tasty and juicy. I'm happy."

Cathedral

Summer, tasty, productive variety. Gives the first harvest already 2-3 years after planting the seedling. It has good scab resistance and high winter hardiness.

Tree height: 2-3 m. The crown is conical, of moderate density.
Pollinators: Williams, Moldavskaya, Yantarnaya.
The harvest is harvested in the second half of August and can be stored for an average of 10-12 days.
Productivity: 27 kg.
Pears, weighing up to 110 g, are light yellow with a blush. The skin is smooth and glossy. The pulp is juicy, sweet, aromatic.
Resistance to diseases and pests is achieved by regular preventive treatments.
Frost resistance: - 32°C. Climate zone: 4.

Conclusion

Summer varieties are a win-win option; they have time to harvest and even restore strength before the onset of frost. But it is advisable to purchase only the most frost-resistant species, for which long, cold winters or recurrent frosts are not dangerous.