Pear Tree: Pyrus Communis: Beurre Hardy

Beurre Hardy Pear Tree - Pyrus Communis

Grow exceptional pears with the classic Beurre Hardy variety. This hardy and vigorous pear tree provides a good regular crop and is renowned for producing excellent fragrant pears with an almost melting texture. Although slower to bear fruit than some varieties, you are rewarded with exceptional quality. The smaller, more squat rounded pears ripen with a slightly reddish hue and have outstanding flavour. Beurre Hardy has good resistance to scab, making it a reliable choice for UK gardens.

Key Features

• Exceptional Quality: Fragrant pears with almost melting texture
• Hardy and Vigorous: Reliable and strong-growing tree
• Scab Resistant: Good resistance to common pear diseases
• Distinctive Appearance: Rounded pears with slightly reddish hue when ripe
• Beautiful Blossom: Small white flowers in spring create a lovely display
• Late Harvest: Bears fruit in November to December
• Pollinator Group 3: Requires another pollinator for fruit production

Growing Information

Ultimate Height: 4-8m
Ultimate Spread: 4-8m
Pollinator Group: Group 3 (requires pollinator)
Harvest Time: November to December
Growth Rate: Vigorous
Position: Full sun, slightly sheltered preferred
Soil: Moist, well-drained, fertile soil
Hardiness: Fully hardy (H5)

Planting & Care

Plant in autumn or early spring in moist, well-drained, fertile soil enriched with organic matter. Position in full sun in a slightly sheltered spot. Plant with another pear in group 3 (such as Conference or Williams) for cross-pollination. Water regularly during the first two growing seasons and during dry spells in summer. Feed with a balanced fertiliser in early spring. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune in winter when dormant to maintain shape and encourage fruiting. Harvest pears when still firm and allow to ripen indoors for best flavour and texture.

Perfect For

• Home fruit growing for pear enthusiasts
• Eating fresh as a premium dessert fruit
• Medium to large gardens
• Adding spring blossom to gardens
• Late season pear harvest
• Gardens seeking exceptional quality fruit
• Heritage pear collections

Why Choose Beurre Hardy?

Beurre Hardy is prized by pear enthusiasts for its exceptional quality - the fragrant, melting-textured pears are among the finest you can grow. While it takes a little longer to start bearing fruit, the wait is worthwhile. The hardy, vigorous nature and scab resistance make it a reliable choice, while the late harvest provides delicious pears in November and December when few other varieties are ready.

Available at Stoneybrook Nursery, Lancashire - Quality fruit trees for UK gardens.