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Rosaceae
Fruit trees
'Bosc' Pear
Hardiness
Zone 4–8
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Family
Rosaceae
Pyrus communis 'Bosc' is a vigorous pear tree highly prized for its elongated fruit with rough bronze skin and dense, juicy, finely flavored white flesh, ideal for fresh eating, baking, desserts, and canning. Very common in Quebec, this European variety adapts well to temperate climatic conditions, with white spring blossoms that attract pollinators while offering beautiful ornamental appeal. With an upright to rounded habit, the 'Bosc' pear tree integrates harmoniously into a residential orchard, an edible garden, or a sunny landscape, and ensures reliable production year after year. Easy to grow in well-drained soil, this cultivar combines elegance, hardiness, and high-quality fruit, perfect for discerning gardeners.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Balanced spring salad
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorWhite
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingElongated pears with rough bronze skin, dense and juicy white flesh for fresh eating, cooking, and canning
Maximum height6–8 m (20–26 ft)
Maximum width4–6 m (13–20 ft)
Growth rateModerate
Hardiness zoneZone 4–8
Minimum temperature-30°C
Its strengths, naturally.
Safe for pets
Pets
Attracts or supports pollinating insects
Pollinators
Plants that attract butterflies
Butterflies
