Variety fit — California
Can I grow 20th Century pear in California?
The verdict
Yes
- Your zone 9b and typical 1018 chill hours both suit this variety.
Based on California’s main growing area (95820): zone 9b, ~1,018 chill hours. Your exact site may differ — check your ZIP.
The numbers
| 20th Century chill requirement | 300–400 chill hours |
|---|---|
| California average chill (95820) | 1,018 hours (808–1,470 across 10 winters) |
| California zone (95820) | USDA zone 9b |
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- Can I grow 20th Century pear in California?
- Yes — Your zone 9b and typical 1018 chill hours both suit this variety.
Sources
- [1] Open-Meteo / Copernicus ERA5. Historical Weather API (hourly 2m temperature) — accessed July 2026
- [2] USDA / PRISM (Oregon State University). 2023 USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map — accessed July 2026
- [3] Dave Wilson Nursery. Asian pears — DWN Variety Finder product list — accessed July 2026