Pears will grow here but production is limited somewhat by a bacterial disease called fireblight, that also can occur on apples. Requirements are similar to apples, although insect and fungus disease problems may not be as severe on pears. Suggested varieties include 'Maxine' or 'Starking Delicious,' 'Seckel,' and 'Moonglow.' 'Seckel' and 'Moonglow' will cross-pollinate with each other and the additional varieties listed; 'Maxine' and 'Starking Delicious' don't pollinate each other.