The Many Varieties of Northwest Pears

Become familiar with the many varieties of Northwest Pears. Each has a distinctive character, texture, and flavor. You'll enjoy them more if you know what to expect from each kind. Try them all to find your favorites!

	Yellow Bartlett Available: August through December Ripens to bright yellow. Aromatic, perfect for fresh eating. Very sweet and juicy. Excellent for canning or cooking.
	Red Bartlett Available: August through December Bright red skin when fully ripe. Same flavor, texture and use as yellow Bartletts.
	Green Anjou Available: October through June Abundant juice and sweet flavor when ripe. They do not change color as they ripen.
	Red Anjou Available: October through May Much the same flavor and texture as green Anjous. Remains maroon red when ripe.
	Bosc Available: August through April Highly aromatic flavorful pear. Dense flesh makes it ideal for baking and cooking. They are brown and often russeted. They do not change color as they ripen.
	Comice Available: August through February One of the sweetest, juiciest varieties, and often are very large. An elegant dessert pear that's excellent with cheese. Almost no color change when ripe.
	Seckel Available: August through February Tiny pears with ultra-sweet flavor, maroon and olive green in color. Excellent choice for children's snacks, pickling, or as a garnish. No color change when ripened.
	Forelle Available: September through February A smaller variety. Turns bright yellow with crimson freckling when ripe. Sweet, very juicy.