The Ayers Pear is a self pollination pear tree, however chances are that production will increase if provided with cross pollination. The Ayers (Sugar) pear should be picked and allowed to ripen off the tree for several days before eating. Ayers pears have a smooth flesh and contain a moderately high sugar content.

What pear trees are self-pollinating?

Anjou, Kieffer, and Bartlett are self-pollinating but they will produce more fruit if paired with another of the same kind. You can intermix these varieties and still get a successful fruit set, as they all bloom around the same time. One variety, Seckel, is not a good pollinator for Bartlett.

Do I need 2 pear trees to produce fruit?

When growing pears, note that two cultivars are generally needed for successful pollination and fruit set. Most pear trees are not self-pollinating. ... Be aware that pears can take from a few years or more to begin flowering and bear fruit. But once they start producing, pear trees are prolific and long-lasting!