Pear Conference - 2 Year Old Bush 4-5ft

Conference is the most widely-grown pear variety in the UK and Ireland. It crops heavily and reliably, and will grow in most situations.

It is also one of the few pear varieties to be reliably self-fertile in most situations, so you don't usually need another pollinator nearby. Furthermore it is a good pollinator for many other pears.

The skin is usually partially covered in golden-green russet.

A home-grown Conference pear, picked just before it is fully ripe, has an excellent flavour that should not disappoint.

Conference is one of the easiest pears to grow, being less fussy than some other pear varieties, tolerant of late frosts and strong-growing. It is by far the best choice if you want to grow a pear in less than ideal conditions.

Unusually amongst pears, Conference is effectively self-fertile. However nearby pollination partners will help cropping - try Doyenne du Comice

Climate Suitability : Cold weather tolerant

Fruit picking time: Mid season

Fruit size/colour:  Large

Pollination group: Self Pollinating - Group 3 (Doyenne du Comice)