Apples and pumpkins may get a lot of love come fall, but one fruit you shouldn't overlook at the orchard? Pears. The juicy fruit comes in many colors and all shapes and sizes. Some are super sweet and ...

Q. Can you tell me the difference between red Bartlett pears and Bosc pears, especially when it comes to cooking and serving them? I will have a lot of both from my in-laws this year, and any recipes ...

These russet brown pears are not as sweet and juicy as some other types of pears, and they remain quite firm even when ripe. That said, ripe Bosc pears are delicious when eaten raw, and even more so ...

Very juicy and sweet, with aromatic flesh, it is used most for canning, and for salads or desserts.Red Bartlett (August—January)The Red Bartlett turns bright red as it ripens and is similar in flavor ...

For some reason, pears don't get as much love and attention as apples, and we think it's time for that to change. Like apples, most types of pears are available year-round but are best enjoyed in the ...

Q: I live in North Las Vegas and want to plant both a red Bartlett and a Keiffer pear but have limited space. I read about planting two trees in one larger hole. Do you recommend this method? A: This ...

It's hard to compete with America's most readily available fruit, but that's precisely what pears do when they go head-to-head with apples each year. Due to their similar growing conditions, harvest ...

The coveted pears are in stores now. Get them while they are green, and let them ripen to perfection at home. This year’s Bartlett pears are in the stores throughout our region, hard as rocks and ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." These smooth-skinned pears (sometimes called Williams pears) have that distinct pear shape and sweet, ...

It's been a few weeks since I had my last farmers market peach, and the transition always feels like a bit of a bummer. But my disappointment is lessened knowing pear season is coming around. While ...