Pear ‘Beurré Hardy’

A popular variety in the UK which originates from 19th century France. Pear ‘Beurré Hardy’ produces good crops of pale green fruits with distinctive russet skins. This is a late cropping variety that can be harvested in late September, while the fruits are still firm, and then brought indoors to finish ripening. The fruits have an exceptional flavour and sweet, juicy flesh with a lovely melting texture. They will store nicely into October. This variety has a vigorous habit and copes well on poorer soils.

• Pear and Quince rootstocks:
• Quince C – Dwarf reaching a mature height of up to 2.5-3m (8-10′)
• Quince Eline – Dwarf reaching a mature height of 2.5-3m (8-10′)
• Quince A – Semi vigorous reaching a mature height of up to 3m (10′) to 4m (13′)

This variety is not self-fertile. For the heaviest crops it is best grown with another variety. If you only have room for one tree then make sure that a neighbour has a tree close by that can act as a suitable pollinator. Pollination Group 4 – Eating Pear

Estimated time to cropping once planted: 2 years.
Estimated time to best yields: 5 years.

Useful links:

How to grow fruit trees Fruit rootstock guide

Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning arrival images are an indication only.