Apple and Pear Facts

Facts about Apple and Pear

Fruits (fresh or dried) play the role of natural staple diet for humans. We all have some basic knowledge about all types of fruits but are you aware of unique Apple and Pear facts? Some of the interesting facts about Apple and Pear are provided here.

Apple Facts are:

• Apples can be as small as a pea and as big as a pumpkin.
• There are more than 8000 varieties of apples.
• Life of an Apple tree can be more than 100 years.
• Apples contain 25% air, therefore they float in water.

Pear Facts are:

• The first pear tree was planted in North America in 1620.
• The Chinese considered the pear fruit to be a symbol of immortality.
• This fruit was used as a natural remedy against nausea in ancient Greece.

Fruits are consumed in various forms. Fruit recipes and desserts are the trending food choices all over the world. Use of Apple and Pear in variety of dishes and their intrinsic nature of perfectly blending with other food combinations, makes them the apt choice for various dishes! Try out different recipes of these nutritious fruits and decide which fruit appeals more to your taste buds.