Pyrus communis 'Pineapple' ~ Pineapple Pear zone-10 Neptune is urban tolerant and

Neptune is urban tolerant and has some slug resistance

IMAGES: Photoset by JC Raulston Arboretum

If its not getting enough water its stems will deflate

which are followed by small red berries that persist throughout the winter

White+ Pink

Pyrus communis 'Pineapple' ~ Pineapple Pear zone-10 Neptune is urban tolerant andPineapple Pear is a fast growing deciduous tree with an attractive spring flower display but primarily grown for its large crop of late summer fruit. Clusters of fragrant of creamy white spring flowers attract butterflies before the foliage emerges. The large russet yellow fruits with a red blush have melting creamy flesh that has a sweet tart taste similar to pineapple. Grows best in full sun and rich, moist well drained soils. Pineapple is self