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Durondeau Pear Tree - Pyrus communis Durondeau

Pyrus communis Durondeau

Durondeau pear tree – Pyrus communis ‘Durondeau’: traditional Belgian variety with juicy, flavorful fruit. Partially self-fertile. September harvest. Ideal for fruit lovers.

Plant height
50/60 cm in 1 liter pot (Grafted plant)

13.1 €
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Description

Height at maturity 3 to 4 m

Spread at maturity 2.5 to 3.5 m

Exposure sun

Flowering period April

Hardiness -20°C

Origin Belgium

**Durondeau Pear Tree – Pyrus communis ‘Durondeau’**

Main interest of the plant

The Durondeau pear tree is a traditional Belgian variety, prized for its large, juicy fruits with a refined, slightly spicy flavor. Its firm, subtly grainy flesh offers a delicate texture that’s best enjoyed when the fruit is just ripe—before it becomes mealy. This variety is partially self-fertile, but performs better when pollinated by other varieties in flowering group 4. Strong, reliable, and cold-hardy, the Durondeau is a favourite among lovers of high-quality fruit.

Origin and characteristics

Origin: Belgium, selected around 1811 by Charles Louis Durondeau (Tongre-Notre-Dame)
Family: Rosaceae
Type: Deciduous fruit tree with semi-upright growth
Grafted on: quince Adams

Botanical description

Mature height: 3–4 m (as low-stem form)
Spread: 2.5–3.5 m
Habit: Open canopy, slightly arching with age
Leaves: Oval, medium green, deciduous
Growth: Moderate to vigorous
Hardiness: Excellent (down to –20 °C)

Flowering and fruit

Flowering: April (group 4)
Self-fertility: Partially self-fertile
Good pollinators:Beurré Hardy, Légipont, Beurré Superfin, Calebasse à la Reine, Bon-Chrétien Williams, Conference
Fruits: Large, rough skin, greenish-yellow with a red blush on sun-exposed side
Flesh: Cream-white, juicy, fine-grained, sweet-acid balance, musky aroma
Flavor: Complex and aromatic, best consumed when barely ripe
Harvest: Early to mid-September
Storage: Until late October in a cool cellar, or up to 2 months refrigerated

Partially self-fertile,

It is pollinated by: Beurré Hardy, Légipont, Beurré Superfin, Calebasse à la Reine, Bon-Chrétien Williams, Conférence, Précoce Henin, Ananas de Courtrai, Beurré Lebrun, Beurré de Naghin, Triomphe de Vienne, Seigneur Esperen, Beurré d'Hardenpont.

It pollinates the following varieties: Précoce Henin, Ananas de Courtrai, Double Philippe, Beurré Lebrun, Duchesse d'Angoulême, Beurré de Naghin, Bon-Chrétien Williams, Calebasse à la Reine, Triomphe de Vienne, Seigneur Esperen, Beurré Superfin, Conférence, Beurré Hardy, William's Duchess, Légipont, Saint Remy, Beurré d'Hardenpont

Light and soil

Exposure: Full sun
Soil: Deep, fertile, well-drained
pH: Neutral to slightly alkaline
Note: Avoid heavy or waterlogged soils

Planting

Period: October to March (frost-free), or year-round in containers
Tips:

Loosen soil to 50 cm depth
Mix in compost and organic fertilizer
Stake the young tree (for low-stem forms)
Water generously, mulch base
Spacing: 4–5 m between trees

Watering

Young trees: Water regularly in dry periods
Established: Fair drought tolerance once well-rooted

Pruning

Formative pruning: In winter for first 3 years
Maintenance: Light pruning in February to improve light and airflow
Tip: Remove dead or crossing wood, shorten vertical shoots

Propagation

Method: Grafting onto rootstock
Note: Not true to type from seed

Use in the garden

Ideal for family orchards, espalier or standalone planting
Suitable for edible hedges or mixed fruit borders
Pairs well with flowering plants or vegetables

Fruit use and quality

Best enjoyed fresh, just before full ripeness
Suitable for compotes, poached pears, jams
Short shelf-life once ripe – consume within 1–2 weeks

Pests and diseases

Moderate scab sensitivity: Preventive copper spraying in spring
Risks: Fire blight, canker – avoid summer pruning injuries
Natural control: Horsetail decoction, avoid nitrogen excess

Tips for success

Plant in a sheltered, airy location
Combine with pollinator varieties
Encourage biodiversity and mulch base regularly

The Durondeau pear tree is a gem of Belgian heritage. With its refined taste, cold tolerance, and generous fruiting, it’s an ideal choice for orchard enthusiasts and gourmet gardeners alike.

Caractéristiques

Common name : Durondeau Pear Tree
Family : Rosaceae
Category : grafted low stem fruit tree
Spread : 2.5 to 3.5 m
Foliage : deciduous
Color of flowers : white
Fruit : Large size, rough, yellowish-green skin tinged with red on the side, white flesh, fine, juicy, sweet with a touch of acidity
Harvest : Early to mid-September
Use : isolated - orchard
Soil : neutral
Habit : pyramidal
Enemies : aphids - caterpillars
Possible diseases : Scab
rootstock : Cydonia Oblonga K.Adams
Pollinator : Beurré Hardy, Légipont, Beurré Superfin, Calebasse à la Reine, Bon-Chrétien Williams, Conférence ...

Shipping & delivery

How does the delivery work?

As soon as you place your order your plants are selected
Each order is processed individually.
Plants are packed, staked and labeled.
Packaging is carefully implemented to avoid any problems.
Packages are ready to be shipped.

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