Seckel Pear Tree

OUR STORY

The Seckel pear is very sweet and soft, originated in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Seckel is said to be named after the Pennsylvania farmer who first introduced it in the late 18th century. It was one of the varieties planted at Monticello by Thomas Jefferson, who said it "exceeded anything I have tasted since I left France, and equalled any pear I had seen there." Grows in USDA zones 5-10. It is self fertile and blooms midseason. Trees are bench grafted 1/4-3/16 inch diameter and 1 1/2 to 2 feet tall when shipped.

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