Bloody Bastard Pear Tree

OUR STORY

Dating back centuries to the ancient orchards of Great Britain, the Bloody Bastard pear belongs to an elite family of crimson-fleshed heritage fruits. In an era when fruits were given colorful, unflinching folk titles, this variety earned its moniker from its heavily russeted, rugged exterior hiding a startling, blood-red stained flesh. Saved from near-extinction by dedicated rare-fruit networks and preservationists, planting this tree means you are directly keeping a piece of botanical history alive. Trees are bench grafted 1/4-3/16 inch diameter and 1 1/2 to 2 feet tall when shipped. 👅 The Flavor Profile Do not let its tough exterior fool you. Cut it open to reveal a deeply pigmented, juicy red flesh. It delivers a complex, deeply sweet, and musky flavor balanced by a rich rustic tannin structure. It offers a wild, complex profile that modern grocery store pears simply cannot replicate. 🍳 Primary Uses • Artisanal Perry: The perfect sugar-to-tannin balance makes it a highly prized choice for pressing gourmet, ruby-tinted hard pear cider (perry). • Culinary Showstopper: The flesh holds its vibrant color when heated, making it spectacular for crimson poached pears, tarts, and preserves. • Fresh Snacking: Unlike purely astringent perry pears, it is small and sweet enough to be enjoyed straight from the branch. 🌳 Quick Growing Specifications Attribute Requirements & Details USDA Hardiness Zones Zones 5 – 8 (Thrives in temperate climates with cold winters and mild summers) Chill Hours 800 – 1,000 hours below 45°F (7°C) (A classic high-chill heritage variety) Bloom Time Mid-Spring (Produces a breathtaking canopy of white blossoms with pink-tipped anthers) Pollination Group Group 3 (Mid-Season) Pollination Partners Requires a cross-pollinator blooming at the same time. Excellent partners include classic mid-season varieties like Bartlett, Bosc, or Conference.

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