Williams Bon Chretien Pear

Pyrus communis

Description

Medium to large sweet fruit, that is green when picked, ripening to yellow. Very juicy and smooth textured flesh, with an excellent flavour. Stores well with good keeping qualities. Used for fresh fruit, preserving, and cooking. 

Maturity

Early February (Early Season). 

Suggested Pollinators

Beurre Bosc, Nijisseiki - May also be partially self fertile.

Tree Care

Plant in a well drained and well worked soil. Take care to plant the bud union above the soil level. Water in well and keep soil moist until tree is established. Fertilise when planting and again after new growth appears. Prune tree when planting to encourage new growth.