{"product_id":"clapps-pear-tree","title":"Clapps Pear Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eClapp's Favorite pear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a historic European pear variety valued for its early ripening fruit, sweet flavor, and long history in American orchards. It was originally developed in the mid-1800s by Massachusetts horticulturist Thaddeus Clapp in Dorchester, making it one of the classic heritage pears grown in North America. The variety is believed to have arisen from a cross between Bartlett and Flemish Beauty pears, combining desirable qualities from both parents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClapp’s Favorite quickly gained popularity for its attractive fruit and dependable production in home orchards and commercial plantings. The tree typically produces large pears with smooth yellow skin often blushed with red when exposed to the sun. Inside, the flesh is white, fine-grained, and extremely juicy with a sweet flavor balanced by a slight refreshing acidity. Because of its rich juiciness and tender texture, the fruit is most often enjoyed fresh right off the tree. However, it is also commonly used in canning, baking, and making pear sauce or desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne distinctive feature of this pear is that it ripens earlier than many other varieties, often about a week to ten days before Bartlett. The fruit is typically harvested while still firm and allowed to finish ripening off the tree for the best flavor and texture. Although delicious, Clapp’s Favorite pears have a relatively short storage life and are best eaten soon after ripening. The tree itself is vigorous and produces fragrant white blossoms in spring that attract pollinators. Like many European pears, it is not fully self-fertile and benefits from cross-pollination with another pear variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood pollination partners include varieties such as \u003ca title=\"bosc pear tree link\" href=\"https:\/\/rootstofruitsnursery.com\/products\/bosc-pear?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=bosc\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eBosc\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"moonglow pear tree link\" href=\"https:\/\/rootstofruitsnursery.com\/products\/moonglow-pear?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=moonglow\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eMoonglow\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca title=\"bartlett pear tree link\" href=\"https:\/\/rootstofruitsnursery.com\/products\/bartlett?_pos=2\u0026amp;_psq=bartlett\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eBartlett\u003c\/a\u003e planted nearby. When properly pollinated, the tree can produce reliable crops of large, flavorful pears each season. Today, Clapp’s Favorite remains a treasured heirloom pear valued for its historic roots, refreshing taste, and versatility in the kitchen. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSDA Zone: 4-8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMature Height: \u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":513,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"OHxF #97\"}'\u003eOHxF 87 ~15-17' tall at Maturity; Semi-Dwarf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":513,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"OHxF #97\"}'\u003eSun: Full Sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":513,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"OHxF #97\"}'\u003ePollination: Required of other European Pears\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":513,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"OHxF #97\"}'\u003eBloom Time: Early May\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":513,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"OHxF #97\"}'\u003eHarvest Period: August\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":513,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"OHxF #97\"}'\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eShips Spring 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Roots to Fruits Nursery","offers":[{"title":"OHxF 87 15-17'' tall at Maturity \/ Petite Bare Root Tree Ships 1-3' Tall or ¼\" Caliper","offer_id":45870980694212,"sku":"bare root","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"OHxF 87 15-17'' tall at Maturity \/ Maiden Bare Root Tree Ships 3-5' Tall or ½\" Caliper","offer_id":45870976827588,"sku":"bare root","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"OHxF 87 15-17'' tall at Maturity \/ Field Ready Bare Root Tree Ships 5-6' Tall or ⅝\" Caliper","offer_id":45870976860356,"sku":"bare root","price":41.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"OHxF 87 15-17'' tall at Maturity \/ Hand Select Bare Root Tree Ships 6-7' Tall or ¾\" Caliper","offer_id":45870976893124,"sku":"bare root","price":51.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"OHxF 87 15-17'' tall at Maturity \/ Grand Height Bare Root Tree Ships 6-7' Tall or 1 ¼\" Caliper","offer_id":45870980726980,"sku":"bare root","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"OHxF 87 15-17'' tall at Maturity \/ 10G Container Ships Planted 6-8' Tall or ⅞\" Caliper","offer_id":45870976925892,"sku":"container","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"OHxF 87 15-17'' tall at Maturity \/ 15G Container Ships One Planted Tree 6-8' Tall or 1 ¼\" Caliper","offer_id":45870980759748,"sku":"container","price":249.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/6911\/2772\/files\/IMG_3269.jpg?v=1739381223","url":"https:\/\/rootstofruitsnursery.com\/products\/clapps-pear-tree","provider":"Roots to Fruits Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}