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Common Pear, European Pear 'Taunton Squash'

Pyruscommunis

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Rosaceae (ro-ZAY-see-ee)
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Genus
Pyrus (PY-russ)
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communis (KOM-yoo-nis)
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Deciduous
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Edible Fruits and Nuts
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Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
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smiln32
Oklahoma City, OK (Zone 7a) | January 2005 | neutral

Old English pear variety - probably before the 1700's. Used for making liquors. Moderately acidic.

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