SE SD apple/pear varieties

[dlotto28]

Hi,
 
I am moving to southeast SD and am wondering what some good apple and pear varieties would be to plant on my father in laws farm for deer.

[msbadger]

Google ...apple and pear tree growers in South Dekota...it will give you alot of info

[ranwin33]

I'm not sure about apples and pears, but the crabapple trees I purchased from the National Wild Turkey Foundation were of exceptional quality.  I have been very pleased with them, although they've only been in the ground since April.  You might give them a try. 
 
Also don't forget tree tubes on whatever you decide to plant.  Will help to keep deer from browsing them down to nothing.

[PrairieShadow]

I agree with Ranwin,
 
Crab apple trees are hard to beat. They are hardy, produce tons of apples, and deer absolutely love them. As for the pear trees, I cannot say as i havent had any experience with them