Pear Harbin 'McDermand'

Harbin Pear / Pyrus ussuriensis 

The Harbin pear, is recognized as the hardiest of all pear species, capable of growing in Zone 3. Native to Northeast Asia, this deciduous tree grows to 20-50 feet and features glossy, dark green leaves that turn vibrant yellow, red, or bronze in fall. 

Fruit: Produces small, greenish-yellow, gritty, and tart fruit (approx. 1 ½ inches) that is generally considered too coarse to eat fresh, but is used in jellies, preserves, or…