common pear

Common Pear (Pyrus communis 'Colette') plants should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch about 1 inch below the surface. During the growing season, it is best to water your common pear deeply 2-3 times a week. Ensure the plant is thoroughly watered so that the soil is moist, not soaking wet. In the winter months, water every 10-14 days. A thorough watering in the spring will help promote flowering and fruit production in the summer. Too much water can be detrimental to your common pear, and can lead to root rot.

Common pear (Pyrus communis 'Colette') prefers full sun, with at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day. Avoiding afternoon sun is ideal, as it can leave burn marks on the foliage. The ideal time of day for the common pear is in the morning or early afternoon, ideally no later than 3 pm. Plants should also be protected from the wind to ensure their foliage is not damaged and the flowers are allowed to bloom properly.

Common pear (Pyrus communis 'Colette') should be pruned in late winter or very early spring. Pruning should be minimal and should involve removal of only dead wood. This will encourage growth of fruiting wood. Areas with multiple stems, such as the center of the plant, should be thinned to increase air circulation and light penetration. Any branches that cross should be removed. Branches that are closer to the center of the plant than twice the diameter of the trunk should also be removed. Finally, any suckers arising from the base of the plant should be removed.