Bartlett Pear Tree
Pyrus communis 'Williams' Bon Chretien'View more from Pear Trees
this item doesn’t ship to
The Bartlett Pear Tree is an heirloom pear variety that is very popular all over the world. It has stood the test of time and is still the best all-round pear available. It has an excellent flavor and can be eaten fresh or used for baking and cooking. This is one of the easiest fruit trees to grow and if you are new to fruit-growing the Bartlett Pear is a great place to start. In just a few years you will be enjoying your own home-grown pears fresh or in baking. The tree can be grown from zone 5 to zone 8 and reaches 15 to 20 feet in height. Unlike most other pears the Bartlett Pear is self-fertile, and a good crop will be produced from just one tree, so this is the perfect variety of pear for small gardens.
Grow the Bartlett Pear Tree in full sun, in any well-drained soil. It thrives in ordinary garden conditions, and although all pear trees can have pests and diseases from time to time, this heirloom variety is more resistant than many others – a perfect choice for growing pesticide-free fruit. No elaborate pruning is needed, and to get large fruits all you have to do is thin-out the clusters to one or two pears, when they are still tiny. Some simple training to create a vase-shaped tree will give the best ripening, especially in cooler zones.
Botanical Name:
Pyrus communis 'Williams' Bon Chretien'
Mature Width:
8-10 ft
Mature Height:
15-20 ft
Grows Well In:
Zones 5-8
Sun Needs:
Full Sun
Water Needs:
Moderate
Growth Rate:
Fast, Medium
Flower Color:
White
Flowering Season:
Spring