Fruit Tree Database

Fruit Type

Pear

Variety/Cultivar

Williams (Bartlett, Williams bon Cretian, WBC, Duchess, De Lavault, Guilliame)

Fruit Description

Pyrus communis (European pear). The fruit is medium to large, pale green and ripening to a mellow, even yellow, sometimes with a slight red blush. Usually no russet. The flesh is white and firm until ripe, then it's buttery, sweet and juicy.

Common Uses

Origin

This is a true heritage pear that was discovered by Mr Stair at Aldermaston, Berkshire, England around 1770, coming from a random seedling.

Pollination

Beurre Bosc, Nijisseiki (20th Century), Winter Nelis, Crimson Gem (but not Red Sensation). Partially self-fertile.

Chill Hours

Medium

Blossom Time

Mid to late season.

Harvest Time

-28 days Packham

Production Notes

Trees are quite upright and vigorous, become steady croppers as they mature. Fruit shouldn't be ripened on the tree, and can be prone to pre-harvest drop. For commercial growers, these do not store well long term and should only be kept in CA for a few months.

Disease Susceptibility

None known

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