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The Southern Bartlett Pear Tree (Pyrus communis ‘Bartlett’), also known as the Williams Pear in Europe, is the most widely grown pear variety in the world—and this low-chill selection brings that legendary flavor to warm Southern climates. Requiring just ~350 chill hours, Southern Bartlett delivers the classic Bartlett experience where standard European pears often struggle, making it an excellent choice for home orchards, backyard growers, and Southern edible landscapes.
Introduced to the United States in the 1790s by Enoch Bartlett of Massachusetts, this historic pear quickly became the gold standard for flavor and versatility. In early to mid-spring, Southern Bartlett trees are covered in soft, white blossoms that attract pollinators and add ornamental beauty. The fruit begins green on the tree, then ripens to a warm golden yellow with occasional red blush, releasing the unmistakable sweet aroma and juicy texture Bartlett pears are famous for.
Perfect for fresh eating, canning, baking, and preserves, Southern Bartlett pears offer reliable production, excellent eating quality, and proven adaptability. For growers seeking a low-chill pear tree that delivers world-class flavor with Southern performance, the Southern Bartlett Pear Tree remains an unmatched classic.
Required Chill Hours- 350
| Height |
18' - 20' |
| Spread |
12' - 13' |
| Tree Form |
Central Leader |
| USDA Zone |
5-8 |
| Blooms |
Spring |
| Drops Fruit or Nuts |
Late August |
| Soil |
Adapted to upland, well drained, sandy clay or loam. Can handle wet soil only if seasonal and well drained |
| Soil pH |
6.0 - 7.0 |
| Light requirements |
Full Sun |
| Pollination |
Requires Pollinator. Plant at LEAST two trees for pollination; however, each additional tree will increase pollination for better mast production |
| Suggested Pollinators |
Plant more than one for better yield |