Pear Doyenne Comice 25 Litre Pot Double U Frame

Pyrus communis ‘Doyenné du Comice’ – Luxury Dessert Pear with Exceptional Flavour

Pyrus communis ‘Doyenné du Comice’ is widely regarded as one of the finest dessert pears ever grown. Celebrated for its rich aroma and melting, sweet flesh, this classic French variety produces large, rounded fruits of outstanding eating quality. Though slightly less vigorous than some pears, it rewards careful growing with exceptional harvests and combines ornamental spring blossom with premium fruit production.

Seasonal Highlights

• Spring: Abundant white blossom covers the branches, attracting pollinators.

• Summer: Healthy foliage supports developing fruit through the season.

• Autumn: Large, rounded pears ripen with golden-green skin and a soft blush.

• Winter: Clean branching structure adds orchard interest.

Key Features

• Outstanding flavour – Exceptionally sweet, aromatic, and melting flesh.

• Large, rounded fruit – Attractive pears with a premium appearance.

• Classic dessert variety – Considered one of the best pears for eating fresh.

• Reliable cropping – Productive with a suitable pollination partner.

• Ornamental value – Pretty blossom and neat habit.

Perfect For

• Kitchen gardens – Ideal for fresh eating and special desserts.

• Traditional orchards – A must-have premium variety.

• Food-focused gardens – Chosen where flavour matters most.

• Wildlife gardens – Blossom supports bees and pollinators.

Growing Tips

• Sun/Position: Full sun for best fruit quality and ripening.

• Soil: Fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy throughout the UK.

• Care: Requires a pollination partner such as ‘Conference’. Prune in winter and thin fruit in early summer to improve size and quality.

Harvest & Use

• Harvest: October.

• Use: Best eaten fresh; excellent for desserts and cheese boards.

• Storage: Stores well for several weeks; flavour improves after picking.

Looks Great With

• Other pear varieties – Combine with Conference or Williams for pollination.

• Apple trees – For a mixed orchard planting.

• Spring bulbs – Daffodils or Crocus beneath for early interest.

• Orchard groundcover – Meadow grasses or herbs for a natural look.

Pyrus communis ‘Doyenné du Comice’ is a truly exceptional pear, prized for its unrivalled eating quality. With beautiful blossom, premium fruit, and classic heritage appeal, it is the perfect choice for gardeners who value flavour above all else.

Pear Doyenne Comice 25 Litre Pot Double U Frame Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth Deciduous

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.