Pear 'Flemish Beauty'
Pear 'Flemish Beauty'

Pear 'Flemish Beauty'

$109.99
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Often hailed as one of the most beautiful pears in the orchard, the Flemish Beauty is a visual masterpiece. In spring, it is smothered in stunning clusters of fragrant white flowers with unique purple anthers. Its glossy, forest-green foliage creates a dense, shapely oval canopy that turns an outstanding deep purple in the fall. The large, rounded fruit is equally striking, featuring clear yellow skin elegantly speckled with a brilliant cherry-red blush.
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Plant Details

Difficulty:

Easy to Medium

Zone:

3-8

Watering:

Medium to High

Years To Bear:

2–3

Plant Type:

Fruit Tree

Light:

Full Sun

Plant Profile

Common Names:

Flemish Beauty Pear, Candy of the Woods, Beauté Flamande

Scientific Name:

Pyrus communis 'Flemish Beauty'

Growth Details:

  • Mature Size: Typically 10–13 feet (dwarf) or up to 45 feet for standard trees.
  • Growth Habit: Vigorous and upright with a shapely oval form.
  • Form: Dense, oval-shaped deciduous tree.
  • Growth Rate: Fast.
  • Longevity: 50 years or more under ideal conditions.

Features:

  • Disease Resistance: Generally disease resistant but susceptible to fire blight and pear scab.
  • Native Species: No (originated in Belgium in the early 1800s).
  • Uses: Superior for fresh eating, canning, tarts, and preserves.

Environmental Needs:

  • Exposure: Full sun.
  • Soil Preferences: Fertile, rich, well-drained loamy soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0.
  • Soil Tolerance: Highly tolerant of urban pollution and adaptable to various soil types like sand or clay, provided drainage is good.
  • Watering: Frequent watering for newly-planted trees; mature trees need deep soaking during dry spells.
Care Guide

Plant Care

Care:

  • Light Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours daily) is essential for optimal growth and fruit development.
  • Moisture Requirements: Requires consistent moisture, particularly as the fruit begins to swell. Avoid standing water.
  • Maintenance & Fertilization: Apply a balanced N-P-K fertilizer (like 10-10-10) in early spring as new growth begins. Prune in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed.

Tips For Success:

  • Thinning: Thin young fruit to encourage larger size and prevent branch breakage.
  • Harvesting: Pick while slightly underripe and allow them to finish ripening indoors for the best texture.
  • Mulching: Apply a 5-cm (2") layer of well-rotted manure or organic mulch in early spring.

Planting Considerations:

  • Best Time To Plant: Winter or early spring before bud break.
  • Spacing: 12 feet (3.7 m) for standard; closer for dwarf varieties.
  • Location Tips: Choose a site protected from wind with good air circulation to minimize disease.

Fruit Profile

Size:

Medium to large

Colour:

Clear yellow skin speckled with a cherry-red blush

Texture:

Firm when picked, becoming meltingly tender and buttery when fully ripe.

Flavour:

Intensely sweet, aromatic, and rich with a subtle muskiness.

Harvest Time:

Late August to mid-September.

Pollination Requirements:

Partially self-fertile, but requires a different variety (like 'Bartlett' or 'Anjou') nearby for a reliable, abundant c
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