Buying a pear tree: green, fragrant and a healthy harvest

A pear tree is a wonderful addition: not only for its fruit, but also for its spring blossoms, the birdsong, and its rich autumn colors. Plukkers.com offers pear trees for every situation – from standard to columnar – so you can find the perfect specimen, tailored to your space and needs, with quality as the foundation.

Why a pear tree in your garden?

• Taste and health : Pears are rich in antioxidants, fiber, vitamin C and flavonoids, a valuable contribution to your health.
• Nature experience : The white spring blossom attracts bees and creates a lively, natural balance.
• Space-saving : Low-stemmed and columnar trees fit into even the smallest vegetable garden or balcony.
• Low maintenance : Pear trees thrive in relatively normal soil types and are not very susceptible to diseases.
• Long lifespan : These trees last for decades and provide generation after generation of fruit enjoyment.

Our recommendations from the collection

• Pear tree 'Conference' (low stem)
  Firm, sweet pears from September onwards. Self-pollinating, but better with a partner. Compact and ideal for small gardens.
• Pear tree 'Bonne Louise d'Avranches' (low trunk)
  Large, aromatic pears with a rich sweetness. High yields and an elegant appearance.
• Pear tree 'Gieser Wildeman' (low trunk)
  Light green to golden yellow pears, slightly spicy in flavor. Cold-resistant, ideal for cooking and eating immediately.
• Pear tree 'Doyenné du Comice' (low trunk)
  Creamy, soft pears that are perfect for dessert. Suitable for compact gardens.
• Columnar Pear 'Pillar Pear'
  An upright, slender tree that produces sweet pears in late summer. An excellent choice for containers and narrow gardens.

Pollination: self-pollination or cross-pollination?

Most European pear trees, including Conference and Comice, benefit from a partner for optimal fruit set. Choose flowering companions to enhance pollination, or combine a self-pollinating variety with a partner for a higher yield.

Planting and care tips

1. Planting time : Autumn or early spring, provided there is no frost.
2. Position : Sunny to partial shade, in well-drained, fertile soil.
3. Planting distance : Take mature size into account – 3 to 5 metres for low-stemmed trees, narrow rows for columnar trees.
4. Pruning : Keep the crown open in winter; new fruit wood will form quickly after flowering.
5. Watering and feeding : Young trees receive extra water. Add compost or organic fertilizer annually in spring.

Harvesting, using and storing

• Harvest : From September to early October – Conference and Comice ripen during this time.
• Uses : Three times delicious: fresh, as a dessert or in compote, friandises and chutneys.
• Storage : Refrigerator or dark place: several weeks to months, depending on variety.

Your green investment

A pear tree is more than just a fruit tree. It's a source of seasonal experience, a glimpse into nature, and healthy food in your own garden. With the right choice—standard or columnar—a pear tree fits into almost any outdoor space. Start your own pear tree today at Plukkers.com and harvest decades of culinary and emotional fruit pleasure.