Onward European Pear

Pyrus communis ‘Onward’

If late frosts plague you, it’s Onward to the rescue! Organic English gardeners love Onward for its ease of growing and reliable production even in years with untimely spring frosts. The medium-size fruit is yellow and sometimes russetted, with a rich, sweet and juicy flavor, when ripe in September. A daughter of the famous Doyenne du Comice, and many believe it’s almost as wonderful, and more productive to boot!

It’s a heavy, precocious cropper and a late bloomer, bloom category 3.

USDA Zone: 5-9

Grow Height:  15′ (Semi Dwarf)

Sun: Full Sun

Ripening Time: September

Pollination: Needs a Pollinizer

Semi-Dwarf Rootstock: OHxF87

Read our Pear Growing Guide