USDA Certified Organic The Belle de Bruxelles pear is a heritage variety of European origin, with its history dating back to at least the 18th century. While its exact origins are unclear, some experts believe it may have originated in Germany or France. The pear was cultivated in Germany around 1789 and was later well-known in Normandy, France, by the early 1800s. It was planted throughout Europe during the 19th century and found in many private orchards. White fleshed tender, aqueous, and seedless with a succulent texture. The flesh is often described as somewhat coarse and gritty at the center of the fruit, becoming smoother and buttery just below the skin. Belle de Bruxelles pears have a faint aroma and contain a blend of sweet and sour, floral, and musky flavors. Today, the Belle de Bruxelles pear is considered a rare variety, primarily found in limited quantities in certain regions of Europe, including France, England, Belgium, and Germany. It is mostly grown by pear enthusiasts and consumed fresh. Please refer below for more information on the Belle de Bruxelles pear trees for sale. Considerations Belle de Bruxelles USDA Zones: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Heirloom: Yes Uses: Fresh Eating Harvest Period: Midseason Low Chill: Yes Bloom Period: Midseason Pollination Requirement: Require another pear Origin Date: Germany 1789 Storage: 1 month Rootstock: OHxF 87 Recommended Spacing: 12-16 ft.Mature Size: 12-16 ft.Water Requirements: 12-15 gallons per week May through Sept. [TABS] Size of tree Our trees range in height from 4-8 ft. in our field and trimmed to 4 to 5 ft. when shipped. Our young two year trees are most often feathered (side limbs). The trees diameter (caliper) is often 1/2 to 3/4 inch; *As noted by University of California Scientists and other qualified professionals the most successful trees often have caliper from 1/2" to 5/8" and usually establish faster than smaller and larger planting stock. . Pruning tip Basic idea for Pruning: Most fruit trees should be pruned in frost-free periods mid to late winter. (apricots best after bud break) Remove most vertical branches and shorten side branches. Fruiting wood is best on horizontal to 45 degree limbs. Learn more... Shipping information Shipping Note: Our fruit trees and berries are delivered to you bareroot during their winter dormancy from January through May depending on USDA zone. Trees are shipped with your invoice and helpful planting directions. There is no minimum quantity required but shipping rate for an individual tree is expensive since UPS/Fed Ex charge a dimensional weight and an additional handling fee to ship a tree. On that note, we ship orders of one to three trees in a 48-inch box. These trees are professionally pruned prior to shipping so they are ready to plant upon arrival. You'll find it's cost effective to consider a handful of trees, vines or our helpful Tree Starter Kits. [/TABS]
