Pear Conference: description, photo

Pear Conference photo

At the moment, there are a huge number of the most diverse varieties of pears, and it is quite difficult for a novice gardener to choose one of them. But there are varieties that have been proven by years and many years of experience of gardeners from all over the country. It is to such varieties that the Conference pear belongs. In this article we will tell you about all the characteristics of the variety, as well as tell you how to properly grow the Conference.

Pear Conference: variety description

Where did the conference pear come from? The Conference pear variety was bred in the country of Britain already in 1885. This amazing pear variety saw the light at a conference in Britain only ten years later. Thanks to this event, the name of the variety appeared. The conference quickly took root among gardeners, its popularity does not fade to this day, thanks to its excellent characteristics and qualities. As for the cultivation of this variety in our country, then, as a rule, the Conference is planted in the south of Russia.

Against the background of other varieties of pears, the Conference stands out quite favorably. The trees are quite tall, powerful and spreading. As a rule, the conference reaches a height of four to five meters. It has a large amount of foliage and a dense, wide crown, which can be within a radius of five meters. Young shoots appear quite quickly, about sixty to seventy centimeters in one season. All these factors make this variety quite demanding for pruning and crown formation. It is worth sticking to when trimming a tapered shape. This shape makes the tree look neat and tidy, and also allows the lower branches to receive enough sunlight.

Conference blooms usually in the first half of May. There are many flowers, they have five white petals. Unfortunately, the Conference is not distinguished by a high degree of resistance to climatic changes. For example, return frost is very dangerous for this pear and is fraught with low yield.

The conference has a good ability to self-pollinate. Much depends on weather conditions, but at normal temperatures, ovaries appear in most flowers (about 70%). It will not be superfluous to plant another pollinator in the neighborhood. This will help to have a good effect on the yield level. It is worth paying attention to the varieties Williams and Bere Boxing. In addition, this neighborhood has a positive impact on the quality of the taste of the Conference.

The Conference begins to bear fruit quickly enough, after four years, the tree can bear more than one kilogram of good fruit. Over time, the yield becomes, of course, more. So, for example, from one tree "aged" in good stable weather, you can remove about 70 - 100 kilograms in one season.

As a rule, pears ripen in September, closer to the middle - the end of the month. The fruits have excellent taste characteristics. They contain a large amount of juice and sugars. They have a delicate flesh with a slightly buttery texture. One fruit in weight usually reaches 130 - 150 grams. The size of the fruits is usually about the same. Frankly small or too large pears are practically not found.

The conference pear shape is cone-shaped, a bit like a bottle. The peel of the fruit is quite dense and slightly harsh, colored in a greenish-yellow color. Pears almost never fall from the branches, as they have strong stalks.

It is noteworthy that the Conference can be stored at a cool temperature for about five to six months! The conference has excellent taste, the pulp is very tender, with a characteristic aroma.

Why are conference pears useful? In addition to its excellent taste, the Conference pear has many useful properties, since its chemical composition contains many vitamins, minerals and acids.

This variety is quite picky about the presence of heat and sunlight, so it is better to grow it in a warm climate. The conference has a rather low level of winter hardiness, and if the temperature drops below -18 degrees, then the risk to the plant becomes very large. This, of course, is a significant disadvantage of this variety.

The conference does not have a strong and persistent immunity to various diseases and pests. For this reason, you need to know enemies by sight and, if necessary, take appropriate measures.

Quite often, the pear is exposed to septoria. It represents spots on foliage, fruits, shoots of white or brown shades. This disease deforms the fruit, and the foliage is actively falling off. To prevent this from happening, it is recommended to use fungicides as a prophylaxis.

Sometimes the pear is affected by scab. These are, as a rule, medium-sized brown spots. They appear in large numbers. To avoid such problems, use a solution of Bordeaux mixture or urea for preventive purposes. The areas that have been affected are best removed and burned.

If there are orange spots on the foliage of your pear, then do not hesitate, this is rust. Be sure to treat those areas that are damaged with preparations that contain copper.

If you see that the surface of the fruit is rotting and gives off an unpleasant odor, then it is the fruit rot that is in control. The first step is to get rid of the spoiled pears, and then use Biomix.

Powdery mildew usually appears as a gray coating that covers the leaves. From this disease, they begin to dry out. As a medicine, use a solution of water + soda ash + laundry soap.

If your pear is overtaken aphid, then treat the plant with Agroverin or Iskra-Bio.

Pear conference: the benefits and harms of varieties

Benefits of conference pear:

• trees grow quickly and begin to bear fruit quickly enough.
• this variety brings a good harvest from year to year.
• able to self-pollinate,
• has excellent taste and aromatic qualities of fruits, and also has a beautiful presentation
• well transported.

Pear Conference: harm

But there are, of course, downsides. These include a low degree of frost resistance. Also, the Conference is highly dependent on the weather situation and climate, has not too strong immunity.

How to grow a variety correctly Conference

Experienced gardeners note that the Conference variety is capable of growing and successfully producing crops in the same place for more than forty years! For this reason, you need to take seriously the selection of the right place.

Do not place strong and spreading trees near stationary objects. The soil should have a loose structure, good drainage and a fairly high level of fertility. It is desirable that the soil is pH neutral or slightly alkaline.

When choosing a site for planting, give preference to well-lit places with reliable protection from drafts and gusty winds. Groundwater should be at a depth of at least one and a half meters. Do not plant rowan next to a pear, as these are not the best neighbors. This is fraught with the development of various diseases.

If you choose the right place for growing pears, then a bountiful harvest and high quality fruits will not keep you waiting.

As a rule, young trees are planted in the fall (mid-September).But first you need to prepare well the planting pits and soil mixture, which will contain organic and mineral fertilizers. Experienced gardeners advise placing three to four handfuls of rust at the bottom of the planting hole.

Before planting the Conference pear seedling in the ground, slightly shorten the roots, soak them in water (for about an hour) and lubricate with a nutrient mixture (water + manure + clay), proportions 6: 2: 1. When you immerse the seedling in the hole, be sure to straighten the root system of the plant. When deepening, remember that the root collar should be six to eight centimeters above the ground.

Next, fill the root system of the plant with fertile soil and compact it well. Then water your plant at the rate of fifteen to twenty liters under each tree. Then lay the mulch in the tree trunk circle. To keep your pear wintering well, wrap burlap around the stem of the plant.

Remember that too strong sunlight can harm young trees, so it is better to organize artificial shading.

When early spring comes, remove any burlap and other covering material. Carefully study the condition of the tree trunk, if there are cracks and damage, then be sure to treat them with a strong solution of potassium permanganate. Then cover the tree trunk with garden varnish or lime. In order for the root system to receive the required amount of oxygen, it is necessary to loosen the trunk circle of each tree.

If, during planting, you fertilized the soil of the planting pit well with organic and mineral fertilizers, then next year after planting, you do not need to add anything to the ground. Subsequently, the conference pear tree will, of course, need food. Organic matter is usually applied at a rate of two kilograms per square meter of land. In addition, an adult tree needs fertilizing with minerals (for example, urea, potassium sulfate). You can also use fertilizers in combination. Once a season, before the tree begins to bloom, carry out a preventive treatment (foliar). You can use, for example, a 3% solution with superphosphate. This will contribute to a good harvest. A very important condition for this variety is soil moisture. In order for the fruits to be juicy and tasty, and the harvest to be generous, you need to water every square meter of soil in the zone of the trunk circle once every three days. The consumption is usually twenty liters of water per tree.

If you adhere to these simple rules for planting and caring, then the Conference pear variety is guaranteed to delight you and your family with a wonderful harvest of delicious fruits. In addition, now you know about all the pros and cons of this pear variety.

Pear variety Conference photo