5ft 'Petite Poire' Pear Tree | 9L Pot | 2 Years Old
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- Highlights
- Variety Specifications
- Planting & Care
- Features small, yellow, bite-sized pears with a sweet, rich taste and virtually no core.
- Perfect for snacking and children's lunchboxes, and also excellent for poaching.
- A strong and reliable producer, with harvests beginning in September.
- Its bushy habit makes it suitable for growing in large containers on a patio.
- Our trees are expertly pruned before shipping to encourage stronger, bushier growth and a well-shaped tree.
- Species: Pear
- Features: Partially self-fertile, Great for kids
- Flowering Time: March, April, May
- Flower Colour: Yellow
- Harvest Time: September, October, November
- Position: Full sun, Partial shade
- Hardiness: Fully hardy, does not require protection from frost
- Soil Type: Any fertile, well-drained soil
- Habit: Bushy
- Eventual Spread: Approx 4m
- Tasting Notes: Sweet and juicy with virtually no core
- Uses: Eating, poaching
- Planting Time: January, February, March, November, December
- Soil: Prefers fertile, well-draining soil. If planting in clay, improve drainage by mixing in fine horticultural grit or perlite.
- Watering: Water in thoroughly when planting. Water every other day for the first few months, reducing to twice a week until autumn. In the second year, water only during dry spells. Water heavily and less frequently to encourage deep root growth.
- Feeding: No feeding required; pear trees get all the nutrients they need from the soil.
- Pruning: Prune each winter to maintain a productive shape, improve yields, and prevent disease.
- Pest & Disease: Good resistance. Prune to increase air flow and prevent bacterial disease. Watch for rare issues like fire blight or pear scab.
Product Specifications
- Height on Arrival: 120-150cm inc. pot
- Supplied As: 9L poly-pot
- Rootstock: Quince A
- Eventual Height: 4m
- Time to First Crop: 1 year, with substantial crops after 2-3 more years
Highlights
- Features small, yellow, bite-sized pears with a sweet, rich taste and virtually no core.
- Perfect for snacking and children's lunchboxes, and also excellent for poaching.
- A strong and reliable producer, with harvests beginning in September.
- Its bushy habit makes it suitable for growing in large containers on a patio.
- Our trees are expertly pruned before shipping to encourage stronger, bushier growth and a well-shaped tree.
Variety Specifications
- Species: Pear
- Features: Partially self-fertile, Great for kids
- Flowering Time: March, April, May
- Flower Colour: Yellow
- Harvest Time: September, October, November
- Position: Full sun, Partial shade
- Hardiness: Fully hardy, does not require protection from frost
- Soil Type: Any fertile, well-drained soil
- Habit: Bushy
- Eventual Spread: Approx 4m
- Tasting Notes: Sweet and juicy with virtually no core
- Uses: Eating, poaching
Planting & Care
- Planting Time: January, February, March, November, December
- Soil: Prefers fertile, well-draining soil. If planting in clay, improve drainage by mixing in fine horticultural grit or perlite.
- Watering: Water in thoroughly when planting. Water every other day for the first few months, reducing to twice a week until autumn. In the second year, water only during dry spells. Water heavily and less frequently to encourage deep root growth.
- Feeding: No feeding required; pear trees get all the nutrients they need from the soil.
- Pruning: Prune each winter to maintain a productive shape, improve yields, and prevent disease.
- Pest & Disease: Good resistance. Prune to increase air flow and prevent bacterial disease. Watch for rare issues like fire blight or pear scab.
Product Specifications
- Height on Arrival: 120-150cm inc. pot
- Supplied As: 9L poly-pot
- Rootstock: Quince A
- Eventual Height: 4m
- Time to First Crop: 1 year, with substantial crops after 2-3 more years
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