Since the edible fruits of the pear have hardly been used for decades, this plant species has recently been somewhat forgotten by hobby gardeners. In the meantime, however, pear trees are being planted again in many gardens, not least because they have a particularly impressive autumn color.

The service pear is best planted in spring or autumn

What should you consider when choosing plants?

In the garden trade, different varieties of the service pear are usually offered, which reach different growth heights and differ somewhat in appearance. The copper pear (Amelanchier lamarckii) is particularly popular because the leaves are particularly colorful in autumn.

Which locations are suitable for a pear tree?

Rock pear trees are generally very tolerant of various site factors, but prefer a location in the garden that is as sunny to partially shaded as possible.

What should be considered when planting or transplanting a service pear?

A good basis for the growth of a transplanted pear is when the planting hole is dug a little larger and filled with nutrient-rich substrate or with some ripe compost. In this way, the service pear can take root well at the new location and does not necessarily need another form of fertilization right away.

How can the pear be propagated?

The pear does not tend to form runners, but it can be propagated relatively easily by sowing or by growing top cuttings.

What is the best planting time for the service pear?

Rock pear should preferably be planted in spring or autumn. As a rule, it does not have a very strong effect on the vigor when a service pear is planted. However, like most plants, pear trees should not necessarily be transplanted during a hot dry period.

When does the pear blossom and when can its fruit be harvested?

The service pear is usually covered with a large number of white flowers from the end of April to June, the fruits ripen by August. Traditionally they are processed into the following products:

  • juice
  • jam
  • compote
  • Wine
  • as a currant substitute in various types of pastries

Which substrate is suitable for service pear trees?

In principle, service pears can get along with almost all types of different soil compositions, but they thrive particularly well in slightly acidic soil with good permeability.

At what distance should pear trees be planted?

Serviceberry should be planted about a meter apart from other serviceberry or similarly sized plants.

tips

With container goods from specialist retailers, the question no longer arises as to when the plants can be planted in the ground in your own garden. Planting is possible almost all year round in frost-free weather if the weather is not too hot and dry and the plant roots are affected as little as possible.

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