Bartlett Pears, also known as Williams pears, originally come from England. They were first cultivated in the early 18th century and later brought to the United States in the 19th century, where they became popular for their sweet flavor and juicy texture. Today, they are widely grown in various regions, including the Pacific Northwest of the U.S. and parts of Europe.
Pyrus Communis 'Bartlett
boscs as they are both pears
pears
Bartlett
Pick them off the tree when they are ripe.
From pear trees! }:->
There are several popular types of pears, including Bartlett, Bosc, Anjou, and Asian pears. Bartlett pears are known for their sweet flavor and soft texture, making them great for eating fresh or canning. Bosc pears have a firmer, denser flesh with a unique flavor that pairs well with savory dishes. Anjou pears are sweet, juicy, and versatile, while Asian pears are crisp and crunchy, resembling apples in texture.
They're called pears. You may decide what type of pear to use such as (Anjou, REd Anjou, Bartlett, Bosc, Asian, etc.).
I believe that Bartlett Pears can self polinate. As in one tree. If you have 2 trees, well, the more the merrier, but a polinator is not needed.
I was just wondering the same thing and it seems various pears are in season from late summer (Bartlett) until winter (Anjou). Go here for more info http://www.thecitycook.com/cooking/articles/season/000003
Two types of pears can be grown in Virginia.European pears (Pyrus communis) are the type most commonly seen in the supermarkets. Common varieties include 'Bartlett', D'Anjou', 'Bosc' and 'Comice'. These pears are picked when mature but before they are ripe, then they are exposed to a chilling period, and then ripened. The flesh of the ripe fruit is usually soft and mealy.Asian pears were developed from several Pyrus species, but are usually considered to belong to the genus Pyrus and the species serotina. Asian pears are sometimes marketed as "Sand pears", "Chinese pears", "Japanese pears", or "apple pears". Asian pears are usually fairly round and ripen on the tree. The flesh is usually white, crisp, sweet, and juicy. Asian pears are best eaten after being held in the refrigerator for a day or two. Then the fruit is peeled, cored, and sliced.
The pear most likeky originated in the country of Georgia, as there are a variety of wild pears there. But maybe it's Kazakhstan, since apples originated there. The Asian pear looks very similar to an apple. Asian pears could be a hybrid between wild pears from the Caucasus and wild apples of Central Asia.