December is National Pear Month! This winter fruit is in season now and can be enjoyed in a variety of ways.
If you're a gardener, check out the UGA Cooperative Extension page here for an extensive pear growing guide. Pears can be grown throughout much of Georgia; several types are suitable for the Atlanta area.
If you want to spruce up your table this holiday season, try USA Pears DIY decorating guides here. Wreaths, centerpieces, and even gilded pear tutorials can help set the scene for your winter gatherings.
Finally, if you like to cook, pears are a versatile fruit that can be prepared in sweet and savory dishes. The list below highlights dishes that feature pears, alongside many more tips and recipes included in each book.
To get started enjoying pears this winter, shop local pears and win prizes with the Farm Bureau of Georgia's Farm Passport. These passports can be downloaded here or picked up at your local library (as supplies last). For a list of of nearby farms that grow pears click here.
Pears are in season! Make the most of this winter fruit and try out a new recipe from the catalog.
Sources:
- https://extension.uga.edu/publications/detail.html?number=C742&title=home-garden-pears
- https://usapears.org/decorating-with-pears/
- https://www.gfb.org/connect/farm-markets/tag/Pears
- https://www.gfb.org/connect/passport
- Laura Stellrecht, Librarian
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