La description
Pyrus communis 'Conference' is one of the UK's most popular and reliable pear varieties, renowned for producing heavy crops of long, sweet, juicy pears with a smooth texture and excellent flavour. Expertly trained as a stepover, this elegant low-growing fruit tree is perfect for edging paths, defining borders, or adding structure to kitchen gardens and smaller outdoor spaces.
Supplied at 50cm–70cm (excluding pot), this established specimen offers both ornamental appeal and productive harvesting. In spring, it produces a beautiful display of white blossom, attracting bees and other pollinators, before developing delicious pears that are ready to harvest from late summer into autumn. The fruit can be enjoyed fresh, used in cooking, or stored for later use.
Easy to grow and maintain, Conference pears thrive in a sunny position with well-drained soil and are highly regarded for their reliable cropping and self-fertile nature. Combining practicality with classic garden style, this stepover pear is an excellent choice for both experienced gardeners and those looking to grow their own fruit in more compact spaces.
Key Features:
- Height: 50cm–70cm (excluding pot)
- Expertly trained as a stepover fruit tree
- Produces sweet, juicy Conference pears
- Beautiful white blossom in spring
- Harvest from late summer into autumn
- Ideal for kitchen gardens, borders and pathways
- Self-fertile and easy to grow
- Hardy and suitable for most well-drained soils
- Excellent for small gardens and productive spaces
