Zone Compatibility
| Height | 25' – 35' |
| Spread | 15' – 25' |
| Tree Form | Upright to spreading deciduous fruit tree with a strong central leader |
| USDA Zone | 5 – 9 |
| Blooms | Early to mid-spring |
| Drops Fruit or Nuts | Late summer to early fall |
| Soil | Adaptable; prefers well-drained loam or sandy loam. Tolerates clay soils if drainage is adequate |
| Soil pH | 6.0 – 7.5 |
| Light requirements | Full Sun |
| Pollination | Requires cross-pollination for best fruit set |
| Suggested Pollinators | Kieffer Pear, Pineapple Pear, Bartlett Pear, Moonglow Pear |
Orient Pear Tree
Pyrus communis
$64.95
Zone Compatibility
| Height | 25' – 35' |
| Spread | 15' – 25' |
| Tree Form | Upright to spreading deciduous fruit tree with a strong central leader |
| USDA Zone | 5 – 9 |
| Blooms | Early to mid-spring |
| Drops Fruit or Nuts | Late summer to early fall |
| Soil | Adaptable; prefers well-drained loam or sandy loam. Tolerates clay soils if drainage is adequate |
| Soil pH | 6.0 – 7.5 |
| Light requirements | Full Sun |
| Pollination | Requires cross-pollination for best fruit set |
| Suggested Pollinators | Kieffer Pear, Pineapple Pear, Bartlett Pear, Moonglow Pear |
We accept orders year-round.
Your order will ship within next 7-14 days or requested date.
For more information see the Ordering & Shipping section below.
The Orient Pear Tree (Pyrus communis ‘Orient’) is a rugged, time-tested Southern-adapted pear variety prized for its exceptional disease resistance, heavy production, and reliable performance in hot, humid climates. Developed for toughness, Orient is highly resistant to fire blight, making it one of the best pear trees for regions where traditional European pears struggle. Its medium to large fruit features a golden-yellow skin with a light blush and firm, aromatic flesh ideal for canning, baking, preserves, and fresh eating when fully ripe.
Orient Pear is a vigorous, fast-growing tree with a strong central leader and an upright, spreading canopy that provides both shade and dependable fruiting. In spring, it produces abundant white blossoms that attract pollinators and set heavy crops. Fruit typically ripens in late summer to early fall, delivering consistent harvests year after year. This variety also serves as an excellent pollinator for other pear trees, including Kieffer and Pineapple pear.
For growers seeking a low-maintenance, fireblight-resistant pear tree with proven durability and high yields, the Orient Pear Tree remains a standout choice for home orchards, food plots, and Southern landscapes.
| Height | 25' – 35' |
| Spread | 15' – 25' |
| Tree Form | Upright to spreading deciduous fruit tree with a strong central leader |
| USDA Zone | 5 – 9 |
| Blooms | Early to mid-spring |
| Drops Fruit or Nuts | Late summer to early fall |
| Soil | Adaptable; prefers well-drained loam or sandy loam. Tolerates clay soils if drainage is adequate |
| Soil pH | 6.0 – 7.5 |
| Light requirements | Full Sun |
| Pollination | Requires cross-pollination for best fruit set |
| Suggested Pollinators | Kieffer Pear, Pineapple Pear, Bartlett Pear, Moonglow Pear |
| Spacing | 15' – 20' |
| Pruning | Prune in late winter while dormant. Maintain a strong central leader. Remove crossing, damaged, or overcrowded branches. Annual pruning improves airflow, structure, and fruit size. |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced fruit tree fertilizer in early spring. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which can reduce fruiting. Mature trees often require minimal fertilization |
| Watering | Newly planted trees should be watered regularly. This is the most critical step in the establishment of your new trees. Please see the Watering section under "How to plant and grow" in our Learning Center. |
At Chestnut Hill Outdoors, we’ve been shipping mail order trees for over 30 years. We’re experts at delivering healthy trees to your doorstep. All of our trees are container grown in root-enhancing pots, ensuring healthy root systems and much better success upon planting.
For more information, visit our Ordering & Shipping Page.
