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Common Name: Conference Pear Plant Family: Plant Type: Hardy Tree
A popular eating Pear, producing a good crop on its own, but better if a group 3 or 4 tree is nearby. Long fruit can be eaten slightly under ripe, but have a very sweet juicy flovour when ripe. Stores well in a fridge. Can also be cooked. Half-standard.
POT SIZE/QUANTITY: BARE ROOT TREERHS Award of Garden Merit: YesSeason of Interest: Spring to autumnBee and Butterfly: BeeSun or Shade: SunHeight: large (up to 12 feet)Minimum temperature: HardyPosition/Situation: ShelteredPlanting Style: OrchardSuggested Use: Kitchen GardenFlower Colour: WhiteBerries or Fruit: YesHabit/Shape: TreeEvergreen: NoSoil Type: Normal, well-drained but moisture retentiveSoil PH: Neutral soilResistance to Honey Fungus: Resistant to Honey FungusCooking Use: Dessert
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