Pear Trees
Pear trees bring autumn colour, spring blossom and summer fruits to your garden, with far better choice and flavour than you’ll find in the shops. They can be trained to suit small or large gardens, or grown in pots on the patio. Our premium pear trees are bred for hardiness, taste and performance on a traditional farm in Hereford. They’re then handpicked and professionally pruned by our experts, guaranteeing them a long and productive life in your garden.
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South Downs National Park
Meet John
110 years' expertise free with every tree
John’s family have been growing trees in the South Downs National Park for over a century, and it shows. Dug up and sent straight to your garden at between 18-36 months old, their quality rootstocks, expert pruning and natural pest control mean that these traditionally field-grown trees are the hardiest you can get.
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Pear Tree FAQs
Where should I plant my pear tree?
Planting your pear trees in a sunny, sheltered location well away from any areas subject to frequent frosts maximises fruit production and helps you get the most pears for your pennies!
How long does it take for a pear tree to produce fruit?
After planting, pears usually produce their first fruit three years later, but it will take them five to seven years to produce a full crop. ‘The only thing I have patience for is my garden’, as my Gran would say.
What soil should I use for my pear tree?
Fertile, well drained soil will make your pear tree the happiest. These fruit trees can also tolerate clay soil but you will need to take some steps to improve drainage in the winter.
How do I care for a pear tree?
Care for a pear? Once established, pears require very little care throughout the year, however, in spring and summer, trees grown in containers require regular watering to prevent the compost from drying out. When watering your pear tree, ensure that the roots are fully soaked.
Should I prune my pear tree?
Although our pear trees are professionally pruned prior to sending, we advise that the first pruning of the year should be done in early spring, to remove dead and poorly placed shoots. Once your tree has reached maturity, it should only be pruned during its dormant season (November to March). Learn more about how you can become an expert in pruning your tree.
When should I harvest my pear tree?
The best way to tell if a pear is ready is by lightly placing the fruit in your hand (or gardening glove) and tilting it slightly. Mature fruit will come away from the branch with ease and without force, but if it’s not quite ready, it will stay put.
When should I plant a pear tree?
Potted trees can be planted at any time of the year but bare root plants should ideally be planted in winter.
What are the best pear trees to grow in the UK?
Here are some of our favourites to help you pre-pear when choosing the right tree for you:
- Conference Pear Tree - Who doesn't love a Conference Pear?
- Concorde Pear Tree - A modern variety, bred for reliable, bumper crops of large, top quality pears.
- Williams Bon Chrétien - A great traditional English pear with fine flavour.
