Williams / Bartlett
European pears · 西洋梨
Williams / Bartlett in October (this month)
Look for USA
This origin is in fresh-crop season. Italy is stored fruit.
The classic European pear, called Bartlett in the US.
- Look for
- Classic pear shape, green turning yellow when ripe.
- Best for
- Eating, poaching
USAArgentinaItalyAustralia
Fresh cropStored / lateNot shipping
Fresh crop now (1)
US
USAWashington, Oregon
Fresh cropWilliams / Bartlett grown in USA
New crop, harvest 2 months in
Stored or late season (1)
IT
ItalyEmilia-Romagna
StoredWilliams / Bartlett grown in Italy
About 2 months since harvest
Skip this month (2)
AR
ArgentinaRío Negro
Off seasonWilliams / Bartlett grown in Argentina
Not shipping now
AU
AustraliaGoulburn Valley, Victoria
Off seasonWilliams / Bartlett grown in Australia
Not shipping now
Other european pears varieties
Common questions
- When is Williams / Bartlett european pears in season in Singapore?
- USA: Aug–Oct; Argentina: Jan–Feb; Italy: Aug–Sep; Australia: Jan–Feb. Fresh-crop months by origin.
- Which country's Williams / Bartlett is best in October?
- Look for USA.
- How do I pick a ripe european pears?
- Feel: Press near the stem: a slight give means ready. Firm pears ripen on the counter in 2–4 days. Skin: Smooth, with no dark soft patches. Brown russeting on Bosc and Abate Fetel is normal. Colour: Williams turns from green to yellow as it ripens; Packham and Anjou stay green. Avoid: Bruises and wrinkling near the stem.
- How should I store european pears?
- Counter, then fridge. Lasts Ripen 2–4 days, then 3–5 days. Ripen on the counter next to bananas to speed it up. Chill only once it gives slightly.