Magness Semi Dwarf Pear Tree Pyrus Communis Bare Root

The Magness pear is a soft, juicy dessert pear that is almost free of grit cells. Introduced by the USDA in the 1960s, it was named in honor of Dr. John R. Magness, long-time director of the USDA's apple and pear breeding program. Its parents are Comice pear and Seckel pear.  The Magness pear tree produces medium to large, slightly russeted fruit, buttery, rich flesh with honeyed juice, ruddy yellow when ripe, and highly aromatic flesh of the best quality. Insect damage seems to be reduced in this variety due to thicker fruit skin. Magness pear is very disease resistant, especially fire blight. Sterile pollen so it requires a pollinator.

Cross pollination: It is recommended to plant at least two different pear trees to pollinate one another. 

Rootstock: OHxF97 

Important Notice: Bare Root Fruit Tree Pickup

This is a bare root fruit tree. Trees will be 3/4– 1 1/4” caliper and pruned to 4’ in height.  We expect these trees to arrive in late November or early December. Once they arrive, you will be promptly notified.

Please note: It is essential to pick up your tree within one week of arrival. We cannot hold bare root trees beyond this timeframe.

If you are unable to pick up your tree within this period, please notify us in advance.