Red Bartlett In nearly all respects, Red Bartlett Pears are virtually the same as their Yellow Bartlett counterparts, except of course in color. Northwest Red Bartletts add a beautiful contrast of color in fruit baskets and bowls, while providing the same familiar flavors and smooth textures of Northwest Yellow Bartletts. Available: August through December  Bright red skin when fully ripe. Same flavor, texture and use as yellow Bartletts.