Sweet, succulent and refreshing—a ripe pear is a thing of beauty. Unripe pears, on the other hand, are not nearly as rewarding. Fortunately, our guide on how to ripen pears will spare you the ...

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, ...

Whether you want to ripen them or extend their life, make the most of pear season with these expert storage tips. Although peak pear season varies around the country, these irresistible fruits usually ...

Fall looms but gardening season is far from over, and you may have questions. To ask one, simply go to the OSU Extension website, type it in and include the county where you live. A photo is very ...

You have to plan ahead to enjoy the fresh pears that are now in season throughout the winter. Pears are usually not ripe when you buy them. That's because pears are one of the very rare fruits that do ...

Nutrition: Pears are full of natural sugar and dietary fiber. One cup of pear slices contains 81 calories, about the same as one small pear. That also represents 4 grams of dietary fiber, more than ...

Not all pears are created equal—so we asked a seventh-generation fruit farmer for guidance. Asian pears are ready to eat when ...