What about growing Pears in Alaska?

Pears do not generally grow in Alaska, although the Siberian Pear, Pyrus Usuriensis, can be successfully raised as an ornamental.

Alaskan gardeners who are looking for fresh fruit that thrives this far north generally grow crab apples or summer apples or berries. Strawberries and raspberries are particularly appreciated garden crops that are successful in most years. Other people enjoy picking wild berries -- blueberries and lingonberries (lowbush cranberries) being particular favorites.

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