how long does it take a pear to ripen
Ripening Temperatures. After the chill period, pears ripen best between 65 and 75 degrees F. Oregon State University Extension indicates that Bartlett pears take only four to five days to ripen, while Anjou takes up to 10 days. Both Bosc and Comice pears need between five and seven days to ripen. The days indicated for ripening are a guide but not law. Pears ripen faster when they get a longer chill period and take longer if the chill period was cut short. The best way to tell is to press your finger into the flesh near the stem.