'Hellens Early' Perry Pear Trees 'Hellens Early' this reliable, heavy cropping tree is a good choice if you are making pear cider (perry) and want to grow some other perry pear trees as well. By itself, the fruit'll make a perfectly drinkable, tangy perry, but it's best combined with other varieties for a really full-bodied drink. Hellens Early is a vigorous, heavy cropping tree. Browse our full range of pear trees or fruit trees. Features Perry variety (pear cider), not for eating Self Sterile. Reliable, heavy cropper Pollination Group D Spur Bearer: suitable for cordons & training on wires. Harvest: September Pollination Partners for Hellens Early:Please note that Hellens Early is a triploid, which means that it cannot pollinate other pear trees and needs another pear to pollinate it. It can be pollinated by trees in groups C and D.Please see our guide to Pollinating Pear Trees for a full list of partners for Hellens Early. Growing Hellens Early Pear Trees:The more sun your trees get the better your crops will be. Rich soil is important - dig in plenty of good manure and compost before planting. Drainage must be good and you should always use Rootgrow.
