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Plant details
Doyenne du Comice ' is a popular dessert pear with a fine flavour that was introduced from France in 1849. Pears flower two to four weeks earlier than apples and need slightly warmer conditions. The variety 'Concorde' makes a good pollination partner. All pears are grafted on rootstocks which affect their size and vigour, and may be trained in a number of different shapes. Pruning depends on the tree form and vigour of the rootstock, and should be checked in a handbook. 'Doyenne du Comice' should be picked in October while still firm and stored until November before eating.
Family: Rosaceae
Genus: Pyrus
Species: communis
Cultivar: Doyenne du Comice
Plant type: Deciduous tree
Flower colour: White
Foliage colour: Mid-green
Feature: Flowers, Fruit
Sun exposure: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained/light
Hardiness: Hardy
Skill level: Experienced
Height: 900cm
Spread: 800cm
Time to prune: November to February
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