Pyrus Communis (Pear Williams)
Pyrus Communis (Pear Williams)
Pyrus Communis (Pear Williams), also known as Bartlett Pear, is a beloved deciduous fruit tree celebrated for its sweet, juicy, and aromatic pears. The fruit features a smooth green skin that ripens to a rich golden-yellow, making it ideal for fresh eating, cooking, and preserving.
In spring, the tree blooms with clusters of delicate white flowers, adding beauty to gardens and orchards. Thriving in sunny, well-drained conditions, Pear Williams is a reliable and productive choice for Australian home orchards.
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Mature height
4-6 meters
Mature width
3-4 meters
Spacing
5 meters
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Foliage
Lush green foliage with delicate white blossoms and green fruit that ripens to golden-yellow
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Flowers in mid to late spring (October to November), fruit ripens in late summer to early autumn (February to March)
Sun tolerance
Full sun
Maintenance
Requires well-drained soil, regular pruning to shape and promote fruit production, fertilising in late winter, and deep watering during dry periods