Pyrus communis Williams

The 'William's' Pear Tree, internationally known as Pear Williams ('Bartlett' in the USA), is a productive and self-fertile variety, with sweet and flavourful pears.

The 'William's' Pear Tree is a variety that thrives in protected and sunny locations, avoiding frosty and windy situations. The flowers, formed by 5 pinkish-white petals, appear during the months of late March to April. The pears ripen as early as mid-August, with a beautiful green-yellow buttery skin. Sweet, juicy, and melting, the flesh oxidizes quickly, which is why it is recommended to sprinkle a few drops of lemon juice when serving it in fruit salads or in pastries just before baking.

Very hardy, the 'William's' Pear Tree is not susceptible to frost, and it grows in all regions. Easy to cultivate, it likes fresh and deep soils, but it dislikes excessively draining and chalky soils. During winter, add a handful of wood ash, rich in potash, to improve flowering and fruit quality.

Our 'William's' Pear Trees are delivered as Verrier espaliers, pruned with 4 branches in a double U shape. Height approximately 1.7m (6ft), width 1m (3ft). They bear fruit from the first year.