If you're taking a walk and see a tree covered in beautiful, white blossoms, then you might want to cover your nose. It could be a Bradford Pear tree. Many people find the smell that emits from ...

(NEXSTAR) — There is something idyllic about walking down a tree ... common pear (a non-native but naturalized species here) develop resistance against a destructive bacterial disease.

Is it true?If so, they’d be great for green salads or fruit salads. And like Bosc pears, they have long, tapered necks and don’t need to be soft to be ripe. SECKEL: Oh, we love itty bitty seckel pears ...

It’s linked to certain illnesses, including heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Pears are a rich source of flavonoid antioxidants, which help ease inflammation and may decrease your risk of disease.

While it can produce stunning blooms, this tree’s odor has been compared to dead fish, vomit, and urine, to name just a few undesirable things.