{"id":16220,"date":"2021-05-24T06:32:07","date_gmt":"2021-05-24T10:32:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gardender.com\/?p=16220"},"modified":"2021-05-24T10:04:11","modified_gmt":"2021-05-24T14:04:11","slug":"pear-tree-plants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gardender.com\/pear-tree-plants\/","title":{"rendered":"Pear Tree Plants: Instructions And Tips From The Experts"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>You can&#8217;t compare apples with oranges. That is why we explain in our instructions what you need to pay particular attention to when planting pear trees. The pear ( <em>pyrus<\/em> ), for some the big little sister of the apple, was already worshiped as a sacred tree by the Babylonians. It is planted both as a cultivated fruit and as an ornament in large parts of Europe. Although there are many different varieties that are suitable for consumption, only a few are commercially available. In order to benefit from the variety of this plant, you should definitely plant pear trees in your own garden.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Buying_a_pear_tree_like_a_pot_or_bale_product\"><\/span>Buying a pear tree: like a pot or bale product?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6616703db5473\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6616703db5473\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/pear-tree-plants\/#Buying_a_pear_tree_like_a_pot_or_bale_product\" title=\"Buying a pear tree: like a pot or bale product?\">Buying a pear tree: like a pot or bale product?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/pear-tree-plants\/#Planting_a_pear_tree_the_right_planting_time\" title=\"Planting a pear tree: the right planting time\">Planting a pear tree: the right planting time<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/pear-tree-plants\/#Instructions_for_planting_pear_trees\" title=\"Instructions for planting pear trees\">Instructions for planting pear trees<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/pear-tree-plants\/#Materials_needed_to_plant_a_pear_tree\" title=\"Materials needed to plant a pear tree\">Materials needed to plant a pear tree<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/pear-tree-plants\/#Choose_a_suitable_location_for_the_pear_tree\" title=\"Choose a suitable location for the pear tree\">Choose a suitable location for the pear tree<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/pear-tree-plants\/#Dig_the_planting_hole_for_the_pear_tree\" title=\"Dig the planting hole for the pear tree\">Dig the planting hole for the pear tree<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/pear-tree-plants\/#Attach_support_post_for_pear_tree\" title=\"Attach support post for pear tree\">Attach support post for pear tree<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/pear-tree-plants\/#Prepare_the_planting_hole_for_the_pear_tree\" title=\"Prepare the planting hole for the pear tree\">Prepare the planting hole for the pear tree<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/pear-tree-plants\/#Prepare_the_pear_tree_before_planting\" title=\"Prepare the pear tree before planting\">Prepare the pear tree before planting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/pear-tree-plants\/#Plant_the_pear_tree\" title=\"Plant the pear tree\">Plant the pear tree<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/pear-tree-plants\/#Care_for_the_pear_tree_after_planting\" title=\"Care for the pear tree after planting\">Care for the pear tree after planting<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>It is best to find out about suitable varieties that are adapted to the local conditions in your garden at a nursery of your choice. Usually, one and the same variety is even offered as bale goods and as container goods. But what is the difference?<\/p>\n<p>The answer to this question lies in the type of cultivation. Trees that are sold as bales are in the field and are only gouged out with a ball of earth and packed before ordering. As a rule, these trees grow well with proper planting, as only a small part of the root mass is lost when transplanted. However, they are only available in this form in early spring or autumn. In contrast, container goods are available all year round, but the trees are usually not quite as robust, because the cultivation takes place in a container (or tub) in which they are later sold. A big advantage of container goods, however, is that no root mass is lost through the pruning and the tree, therefore, develops very well in the first year. You can find an overview of the best and most popular pear varieties here.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Planting_a_pear_tree_the_right_planting_time\"><\/span>Planting a pear tree: the right planting time<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Like all other fruit trees, pear trees are best planted in autumn (October \/ November). In this way, the trees can grow well over the winter and spread their roots. Alternatively, spring planting from March is also possible, when no more severe frosts are to be expected. At this time, so-called bale goods are also available in many tree nurseries.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/birnbaum-pflanzen-anleitung-tipps-vom-experten-2717458.jpg\" alt=\"Pear tree plants: Instructions &amp; tips from the experts\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Instructions_for_planting_pear_trees\"><\/span>Instructions for planting pear trees<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The best way to go about planting a new pear tree is step by step. We have prepared detailed instructions for you below.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Materials_needed_to_plant_a_pear_tree\"><\/span>Materials needed to plant a pear tree<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The following utensils should be ready for planting a pear tree:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Spade, shovel, hoe<\/li>\n<li>Support pile, binding material<\/li>\n<li>Hammer, secateurs<\/li>\n<li>Fresh potting soil and compost<\/li>\n<li>Trunk protection, coconut mat<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-16229\" src=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/With-this-tool-planting-is-childs-play.jpg\" alt=\"With this tool, planting is child's play\" width=\"750\" height=\"421\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/With-this-tool-planting-is-childs-play.jpg 750w, https:\/\/gardender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/With-this-tool-planting-is-childs-play-300x168.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Choose_a_suitable_location_for_the_pear_tree\"><\/span>Choose a suitable location for the pear tree<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>So that your pear tree can grow and thrive well, the choice of location is of great importance. Pears prefer a sunny, warm and sheltered location. For example, a place on a sunny house wall, where it can also be used as a trellis tree, is ideal. Most suitable for pear trees are sandy loam soils with a sufficient amount of humus. Sandy, poor soils can be upgraded with compost or rotted manure, for example.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dig_the_planting_hole_for_the_pear_tree\"><\/span>Dig the planting hole for the pear tree<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>First, you need to estimate the size of the planting hole. The following rule applies: the planting hole should be about twice as large as the pot and about a third deeper than the height of the root ball of the tree. Use the spade to roughly pierce the outline of the planting hole and then remove the individual layers of soil. Then the soil at the bottom of the hole is loosened well with a hoe.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-16230\" src=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/The-pear-tree-thrives-best-in-a-sunny-warm-and-sheltered-location.jpg\" alt=\"The pear tree thrives best in a sunny, warm and sheltered location\" width=\"750\" height=\"665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/The-pear-tree-thrives-best-in-a-sunny-warm-and-sheltered-location.jpg 750w, https:\/\/gardender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/The-pear-tree-thrives-best-in-a-sunny-warm-and-sheltered-location-300x266.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#e4e4ca;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#fefee4;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><strong>Tip<\/strong>: <span style=\"color: #000000;\"><em>Refined pear trees can be of different sizes depending on the base used. When planting, make sure that there is sufficient distance to other trees so that the fully grown pear tree still has enough space. In fact, it is also possible to graft a pear onto a quince. Both species belong to the Rosaceae family. An intergrowth of plants from different genera is an exception, so not all genera of the rose family can grow together stably. The connection between the pear variety &#8216;Conference&#8217; and a quince, for example, is not entirely stable. <\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><em>For better compatibility, an intermediate refinement with &#8216;Gellert&#8217;s butter pear&#8217; is recommended, which combines better with the quince base. Incidentally, it is precisely the not quite perfect intergrowth that has the effect that the assembled tree grows weaker and remains smaller. Quince rootstocks were bred for pears because for a long time there were no weak-growing pears available for them.<\/em><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Attach_support_post_for_pear_tree\"><\/span>Attach support post for pear tree<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If the planting hole has already been dug, a support pole can be driven in straight away. The pear tree will later be tied to this. The post should be about the same height as the trunk. The west side of the planting hole is particularly suitable for this, as the tree will later be pushed away from the stake by the wind.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prepare_the_planting_hole_for_the_pear_tree\"><\/span>Prepare the planting hole for the pear tree<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In order to provide the pear tree with good starting conditions, it is best to put some fresh potting soil and some compost soil in the planting hole. Then mix the different layers well and, if necessary, work in some fertilizer with an organic long-term effect in granulate forms. This is gradually broken down by the microorganisms in the soil and releases the nutrients for the plant.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prepare_the_pear_tree_before_planting\"><\/span>Prepare the pear tree before planting<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Next, score a little all around the root ball with scissors and loosen it up with your hands. The small injuries create new roots that grow down and can suck in water very well. As a rule, container goods do not have to be cut back.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-quote su-quote-style-default\"><div class=\"su-quote-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\"><strong>Tip from the professional<\/strong>: If the root ball is very dry after purchase, it can be dipped into a bucket of water again before being used.<\/div><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Plant_the_pear_tree\"><\/span>Plant the pear tree<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Place the young pear tree in the planting hole so that the grafting point protrudes at least 5 centimeters above ground level. Then fill the hole with the excavated earth again and carefully step on it so that all cavities are closed. Finally, you should water the newly planted tree well. Sludging ensures that the soil settles well in the planting hole and surrounds the roots.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-16231\" src=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/To-protect-the-young-pear-tree-from-the-wind-it-is-tied-with-a-rope.jpg\" alt=\"To protect the young pear tree from the wind, it is tied with a rope\" width=\"750\" height=\"421\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/To-protect-the-young-pear-tree-from-the-wind-it-is-tied-with-a-rope.jpg 750w, https:\/\/gardender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/To-protect-the-young-pear-tree-from-the-wind-it-is-tied-with-a-rope-300x168.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In order to protect the pear tree from strong winds, it is now tied a hand&#8217;s breadth below the end of the post. You should be careful not to attach the rope too tightly so that the tree does not suffer from constrictions. Attaching a special feed guard also protects the young tree from rodents. Placing a coconut mat underneath ensures that the tree slice remains free of weeds and that there is no competition for nutrients between the herbs and the shallow-rooted pear tree.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-16232\" src=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Placing-a-coconut-mat-underneath-protects-the-pear-tree-from-weeds.jpg\" alt=\"Placing a coconut mat underneath protects the pear tree from weeds\" width=\"750\" height=\"421\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Placing-a-coconut-mat-underneath-protects-the-pear-tree-from-weeds.jpg 750w, https:\/\/gardender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Placing-a-coconut-mat-underneath-protects-the-pear-tree-from-weeds-300x168.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Planting a pear tree summary:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Autumn planting (October \/ November) is ideal<\/li>\n<li>Prefers a sunny, sheltered location<\/li>\n<li>The planting hole should be at least twice as large as the pot<\/li>\n<li>Drive in the support post on the west side<\/li>\n<li>Bring in fresh potting soil and compost<\/li>\n<li>Slightly scratch the root ball and loosen it<\/li>\n<li>Place the tree in the middle and close the hole with the excavated earth<\/li>\n<li>Step up carefully and sludge well<\/li>\n<li>Tie to a stake, attach anti-seizure protection and place a coconut mat on the ground<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-16233\" src=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Correct-fertilization-with-compost-or-organic-long-term-fertilizers-optimally-supports-the-growth-and-development-of-the-pear-tree.jpg\" alt=\"Correct fertilization with compost or organic long-term fertilizers optimally supports the growth and development of the pear tree\" width=\"750\" height=\"802\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gardender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Correct-fertilization-with-compost-or-organic-long-term-fertilizers-optimally-supports-the-growth-and-development-of-the-pear-tree.jpg 750w, https:\/\/gardender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Correct-fertilization-with-compost-or-organic-long-term-fertilizers-optimally-supports-the-growth-and-development-of-the-pear-tree-281x300.jpg 281w, https:\/\/gardender.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Correct-fertilization-with-compost-or-organic-long-term-fertilizers-optimally-supports-the-growth-and-development-of-the-pear-tree-701x750.jpg 701w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Care_for_the_pear_tree_after_planting\"><\/span>Care for the pear tree after planting<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Young fruit trees in particular should always be supplied with sufficient water in the first few years after they have been planted. With annual fertilization with compost or organic slow-release fertilizers, you also optimally support the growth and development of your tree so that you can harvest the first pears soon. For a rich harvest, however, the correct training pruning and later the regular clearing pruning are also important. You can find more information on pruning pear trees in our special article.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You can&#8217;t compare apples with oranges. That is why we explain in our instructions what you need to pay particular attention to when planting pear trees. The pear ( pyrus ), for some the big little sister of the apple, was already worshiped as a sacred tree by the Babylonians. 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