Starking® Delicious™ Pear Tree

About Starking® Delicious™ Pear Tree

Experience the pinnacle of pear perfection with the Starking® Delicious™ Pear Tree, a Stark Exclusive and Stark Pick. Originating from Ohio and discovered in 1930, this exceptional tree was introduced by Stark Bro’s in 1953 as a superior alternative to the Bartlett pear. Starking® Delicious™ offers the same sweet, juicy flavor you love but with enhanced disease resistance, particularly against fireblight.

This reliable and productive tree yields abundant crops of large, smooth pears perfect for fresh eating, cooking, canning, and freezing. With its easy-to-peel skin and delightful flavor, it’s no wonder this variety remains a favorite among home gardeners and canning enthusiasts alike. Stark Bro’s commitment to innovation continues to shine through in this remarkable pear, providing you with a tree that delivers both quality and reliability.

How to Grow the Starking® Delicious™ Pear Tree

The Starking® Delicious™ Pear Tree thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of growing conditions. Hardy in USDA Zones 5-7, this tree requires 1200-1500 chill hours and is a heavy bearer, producing fruit that ripens in August. As a strong pollinator, it pairs well with most other pear varieties, ensuring a bountiful harvest each year.

Prune in late winter to maintain its shape and encourage healthy growth. With its robust disease resistance, particularly to fireblight, this tree offers peace of mind and a reliable source of delicious pears for years to come.

Enhance your orchard with the Starking® Delicious™ Pear Tree—a Stark Exclusive that combines the best qualities of the Bartlett with the added benefit of superior disease resistance and abundant yields.