Three unique species of family fruit trees are transplanted onto one stem, pollinating each other and producing at different periods to lengthen the picking season. It’s suitable for smaller gardens with only one tree, and it’s also suitable for growing in a large patio pot (holding at least 30 litres of compost). Each type will be a popular pear; we can’t tell which ones will be included at the time of purchase, but their identities will be disclosed when they arrive! This cultivar is self-fertile, meaning it doesn’t need another plant to pollinate it. Pear ‘Family Pear Tree’ is an entire orchard on just one tree!Height and spread if not containerised: 3m (10′).Pear and quince rootstocks:Quince C/Quince Eline/Quince Adams-Dwarf, reaching a mature height of up to 2.5-3m (8-10′)Quince A-Semi-vigorous, reaching a mature height of up to 3m (10′) to 4m (13′)Estimated time to cropping once planted: 2 years. Estimated time to best yields: 5 years.
Growing Information
Plant patio fruit trees in containers holding at least 30 litres of good quality compost such as John Innes No.3. Alternatively plant them in any well drained soil in a sheltered sunny position. Plant fruit trees at their original soil level, firm them into the ground and water well.
