
Red Clapp's Favorite
The Red Clapp's Favorite pear tree was discovered in the 1950s as a "sport" which produced a branch of red pears on a green Clapp's Favorite pear tree in a Missouri orchard. The Red Clapp's Favorite pear is a very handsome, almost clear red fruit, that would look great in espaliered form. Red Clapp's Favorite pears are fine, melting, juicy with a sweet pleasing flavor. The tree is fairly vigorous with dark shoots and pleasing foliage. We find the Red Clapp's Favorite pear the best tasting of the red pear trees. Can be eaten crisp off the tree. Please refer below for more information on the Red Clapp's Favorite pear trees for sale. Considerations for Red Clapp's Favorite USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9,10 Uses: Fresh Eating Harvest Period: Midseason Bloom Period: Early, Midseason Pollination Requirement: Self-Fertile Origin Date: Missouri 1950's Storage: 3 Months or More Rootstock: OHxF 87 Recommended Spacing: 12-16 ft.Mature Size: 12-16 ft.Water Requirements: 12-15 gallons per week May t