PYRUS X `BOSC` ,7

SOIL

Prefers well drained fertile soil.

PLANTING SITE

Sunny and sheltered is best. Plant 13-18 ft apart from other trees.

CLIMATE

Pears are best in areas with cool to cold Winters and mild Summers. 

WATERING

Water well during the early stages, during long dry periods and when the fruit is developing.

PESTS & DISEASES

Pears are best with a preventative spray program. At a minimum a winter oil and copper application should be made, followed in Spring at bud movement and ten days later by another copper spray.

PLANTING IDEAS

Pears are spectacular specimen trees for their ornamental value, especially in Spring and Autumn. Along with apple trees, pears are the best fruit trees for formal espalier.

FRUIT

Varieties range in ripening time from mid Summer to early Autumn.

Height up to 15-20 ft

TREE SIZE

Height up to 15-20 ft