Asian Pears are a flavorful, refreshing and crunchy base for a simple starter "salad" that relies on the best quality ingredients to make it refined and special. If you are like me, everyone I know is ...

Pears are one of the best fruits to grow in your front yard, your garden, or even a container (for dwarf varieties) on your property. This isn't just because pears are delicious. It's because caring ...

Pear trees can be roughly divided into two types: European and Asian. This distinction is not just about origin but also the fruit they produce. Fruit from Asian pears is usually crunchy and round or ...

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Q. I generally leave a lot of the garden/ yard work to my hubby; however, I’ve become concerned – as is he – about the health of our Asian Pear tree. The branches have become all black as have most ...

Asian pears are ready to eat when purchased; European pears ripen after harvest. Check European pears for color changes, sweet aroma and soft flesh near the stem to spot ripeness. To speed ripening, ...

This week's look at what's new, bountiful or mysterious in the produce aisles. One of the most popular fruits in China, Japan and South Korea has a growing following here as well. It's easy to see why ...