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Types of Pear Trees

Types of Pear Trees

There are two basic types of pear trees: European and Asian. The European pear trees (Pyrus communis) are what you probably think of when you think pear—these trees produce a  
Cranberry Pear Cobbler

Cranberry Pear Cobbler

Sweet pears balance cranberries in this perfectly fall cobbler. While apples usually take the spotlight in fall desserts, give pears a try with fresh cranberries from the local harvest.  
My Expensive Hill Farming Habit

My Expensive Hill Farming Habit

In Vermont the words “hill farm” mean different things to different people. To visitors, especially those so besotted with the rolling green mountains that they start perusing the real estate  
A Dish Best Not Served

A Dish Best Not Served

Growing up, I dreamed of marrying someone who loved gardening as much as I did, and together we’d become one of those cute little old couples you see tending their