POTOMAC was released by USDA as a pear variety in 1993. It is a hybrid derived from the Moonglow and Anjou cross. It is the highest quality fireblight resistant variety available. The skin is light green and glossy, and the flesh is moderately fine with a flavor similar to the Anjou pear. It is a small, sweet pear with fine, buttery flesh. It has a subacid flavor with a mild aroma. The tree is moderately vigorous and is the highest quality fireblight resistant variety available. Ripens two weeks after Bartlett; keeps 8-10 weeks in refrigerated storage.  Hardy in Zones 5-8. 

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