Description
A classic European pear producing medium to large fruit with smooth green skin that ripens to golden yellow. The creamy white flesh is exceptionally juicy, fine-textured and buttery with a rich, sweet flavour. Williams Bon Chrétien is one of the world's most famous pears, prized for its outstanding eating quality and reliable productivity.
Pollination: Pollination required plant with Packham's Triumph, Beurré Bosc, Nijisseiki (20th Century), Shinseiki or another compatible pear flowering at the same time.
Harvest: February–March
Best Uses: Fresh eating, poaching, desserts, bottling, juicing, preserving and drying.
Position: Full sun in well-drained soil.
Why We Love It: Williams Bon Chrétien has earned its reputation as one of the finest pears in the world. The fruit is incredibly juicy with smooth, buttery flesh and a rich, aromatic sweetness that's delicious straight from the tree. Tasmania's cool climate helps develop exceptional flavour and texture, while the tree is dependable, productive and an excellent pollinator for many other pear varieties, making it an essential addition to any home orchard.
Additional Details
- SKU:
- 6019
