Pyrus communis Beurré Hardy Organic - Pear Tree

The Organic Self-fertile Buerre Hardy Pear Tree is a particularly hardy variety adapted to all climates up to an altitude of 800m (2625ft), if in the sun. Although it may take a while to bear fruit, it is then very productive. The tree is vigorous, with an upright habit supported by sturdy and minimally branched main branches. It reaches a height of 3m (10ft) with a spread of 2m (7ft). Its pears are rounded, covered with smooth, green-bronze skin. Their flesh is fine, juicy, white and very sweet, with a powerful and delicious aroma that has made its reputation. Harvest takes place in September and October. The Buerre Hardy Pear Tree is only partially self-fertile.

The pear tree is a tree native to central Asia, cultivated in China for 6,000 years. It was introduced to Europe around the 6th century. Although its development in the Middle Ages was limited, there were already 200 varieties during the Renaissance. Since then, the number of varieties has continued to increase. The Buerre Hardy Pear is a variety obtained from a chance seedling by Mr. Bonnet in Boulogne-sur-Mer in 1820. It has since been renowned for the taste quality of its pears. 'Beurré Hardy' is quite susceptible to pear psylla, scab, and fire blight. Its fruits are also sensitive to handling.

The Burre Hardy Pear Tree will appreciate a protected and sunny location, avoiding frost-prone and windy situations. It is easy to grow and likes moist and deep soils, but dislikes overly well-drained and chalky soils. In winter, add a shovelful of wood ash, rich in potash, to improve flowering and fruit quality.
Its spread habit gives it a tall silhouette with a harmoniously spread trunk. This habit facilitates harvesting and naturally improves the tree's ventilation, making it less susceptible to diseases. Its oval-shaped leaves are finely toothed at the edges, have a petiole as long as the lamina and measure approximately 8 to 9cm (3 to 4in).
Its white blossom is relatively late, in April, which protects it from frost. Its flowers have 5 white petals. They are not self-fertile, so it is necessary to plant another pear tree nearby. Its main pollinators are the varieties William's, Conference, Doyenne du Comice, and Louise Bonne.
This variety produces medium to fairly large, rounded fruits, truncated at the base. The skin is quite rough, thin, yellow-green widely washed with bronze, dotted with brown, and occasionally washed with a little brick red. The flesh is white, fine, melting, slightly grainy in the centre, juicy, sweet, acidic, and well-flavoured.

Pears can be consumed fresh, in syrup, in pastries, in jams and compotes, and can be used to prepare alcoholic beverages...

For transportation reasons, our tallest scions may be pruned before shipment. They are suitable for all common training sizes: cordons, espaliers, goblets, half-standards, and low standards, but not high standards. If you would like more information or advice on training your fruit trees, please do not hesitate to contact us.