Pyrus communis 'Williams' Bon Chrétien
Common name: Williams Pear | Bartlett (in USA)
Form: ½ Standard | 10L Pot
A classic heritage variety, Williams' Bon Chrétien is a superb dessert pear with smooth, pale yellow skin and sweet, aromatic, juicy flesh. It’s one of the finest-flavoured pears for eating fresh, bottling, and poaching. This half-standard form features a clear stem topped with a lollipop-style head, ideal for compact gardens, formal layouts, or container planting.
In spring, the tree bears clusters of white blossom, which are attractive to pollinators. While not self-fertile, it crops well with a compatible pear nearby (pollination group 3). Prune to maintain shape and improve fruit production.
Best in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil. Hardy and productive in UK gardens.
Supplied as: ½ standard tree in 7.5L pot
Ultimate height and spread: Approx. 3–4m × 2–3m (prune to maintain size)
Position: Full sun
Soil type: Fertile, well-drained
Pollination group: 3 – not self-fertile
Suitable for: Eating fresh, cooking, container growing, small gardens
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.