The Pyrus communis 'Moonglow' is a pear cultivar included in the Royal Horticultural Society's (RHS) list of recommended plants. It's a dual-purpose variety suitable for both dessert and cooking purposes. Here are some key details about 'Moonglow': Characteristics: Fruits: It produces early, heavy crops of relatively large, thin-skinned fruits that ripen to a yellow hue with red flushes. Taste: The flesh of the fruit is soft, juicy, and offers a sweet flavor with a light perfume. Its texture and flavor are likened to Williams' Bon Chrétien but are considered finer. Resistance: Notably, it exhibits good resistance to fireblight, which is a common bacterial disease affecting pear trees. History: Developed in the United States at the Department of Agriculture in 1960, 'Moonglow' has its origins in American pear cultivation efforts. Pollination Partners: To ensure successful pollination and fruit set, 'Moonglow' benefits from having specific pear cultivars nearby for cross-pollination. Some compatible pollination partners include 'Conference,' 'Doyenne du Comice,' 'Fondante d'Automne,' 'Glou Morceau,' 'Josephine de Malines,' 'Louise Bonne of Jersey,' 'Moonglow' (itself), and 'Winter Nelis.' This pear variety is valued for its fruit quality, disease resistance, and its adaptability for both eating fresh and for cooking purposes. If you're planning to grow 'Moonglow' pears, having compatible pollination partners nearby is essential for optimal fruit production.