Pear - Lemon Bergamot - Wrapped Bag

Product Code : 9883201705360_1

Pear - Lemon Bergamot - Wrapped Bag

Pear Lemon Bergamot

Wrapped Bag Bare-rooted Tree

*Seasonal Product - Available June, July August

Description of plant at maturity:
Pears require full sun and deep, well-drained soil with plenty of moisture. The first fruits may not appear until 3 years after planting, but a healthy tree may produce over 20kg in a season, and can remain productive for up to 75 years. Fruit will not ripen on the tree. Pick when mature but firm (they should snap off easily) and ripen at room temperature.

''Wrapped'' trees are bare-root, meaning they have been removed from the soil during winter-dormancy. There are several benefits to opting for bare-root trees, including:
- They establish larger root systems quicker than potted specimens
- They have improved resistance to heat/drought stress
- They take full advantage of spring (and improved vigor long-term)
- They are typically more affordable than potted specimens of the same age

To plant, dig a hole that is twice as wide as it is deep. Make a small mound of soil in the centre of the hole and gently position the roots of the tree evenly as you plant the tree on the mound. Backfill the hole, taking care not to bury the tree too high above the roots (do not cover the graft-union). Water in well. Prune the tree by 30-50% (important to help the tree establish). Water regularly until established.

Fruit: Medium round ovate.
Skin: Green-yellow, red blush. Yellow when ripe.
Flesh: White, juicy and sugary sweet, excellent buttery flavour.
Maturity: Ripens early March.
Pollinators: Beurre Bosc, Duchess (Williams).
Comments: A top quality variety, mainly grown in SA. Use for cooking and desserts.

Plant type: Deciduous Fruit Tree

Position: Full Sun

Watering: Keep moist (particularly in dry conditions)

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