PEAR

Sensation

Pyrus communis

DESCRIPTION:

Also known as Red Williams, this medium size fruit is bright red over a yellow background. Sweet and juicy fine textured flesh with good flavour, similar to Williams Bon Chretien.

MATURITY:

Early February (Early Season)

SUGGESTED POLLINATORS:

Beurre Bosc, Nijisseiki

COMMENTS:

Used for fresh fruit, cooking and juice. An upright spreading tree which can be suitable to espalier.

TREE CARE:

Plant in a sunny position with 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.