Pear 'Conference' – The Nation’s Favorite Pear Grow the iconic Pear 'Conference', renowned for its long, bell-shaped fruits with firm, juicy flesh. Perfect as a dessert pear or for cooking, this versatile variety offers a sweet, smooth flavour whether enjoyed fresh or ripened indoors. Why Choose Pear 'Conference'? Versatile Fruits: Delicious eaten hard or fully ripe, making them ideal for both snacking and culinary use. Late-Season Harvest: Crops from October to November, with pears storing until January when picked slightly under-ripe. Easy Ripening: Store in a cool place and bring indoors to ripen slowly for maximum flavour. Hardy Growth: Thrives in full sun and is tolerant of UK climates. Key Features Partially Self-Fertile: Produces some fruit on its own, but planting near another pear variety ensures heavier crops. If space is tight, a neighbor's tree can provide pollination. Compact Size: Reaches a manageable height and spread of up to 300cm (118in), perfect for gardens of all sizes. Reliable Cropping: Produces its first fruits in 2 years, with peak yields by 5 years. Growing Information Planting Position: Full sun for best results. Rootstock: Supplied on Quince A rootstock, offering moderate vigour and controlled growth. Supplied As: 1 x bare root tree (1.2m tall). Bring the classic flavour of Britain’s most beloved pear to your garden with Pear 'Conference'—a must-have for fruit lovers and home cooks alike!