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Parthenay Bergamot Pear Tree Plant at Producer Prices for Professional Apple Growers

Scion, distaff, half stem, tall stem - How to choose?

Understanding the Different Forms of Fruit Trees and Their Planting

Arboriverse , a specialist in the production and supply of professional fruit trees, offers a wide range of plants adapted to your needs and your growing objectives. Discover the characteristics of scions, cattails, half-stems and high-stems, and how to choose and plant these trees on your plot.


The Different Forms of Fruit Trees

1. Scion

  • Benefits :
    • Attractive price.
    • Flexibility: possibility of shaping the tree according to your needs.
  • Disadvantages:
    • Requires training.
    • Late production (4 to 5 years).
  • Location:
    • Spacing: 3 to 4 m.
    • Tutoring: recommended for 1 to 2 years.

2. Distaff

  • Benefits :
    • Perfect for small gardens or high density crops.
    • Fast production: fruiting in 1 to 2 years.
  • Disadvantages:
    • Shorter lifespan.
  • Location:
    • Spacing: 5 to 7 m.
    • Tutoring: recommended for 2 to 3 years.

3. Half-stem

  • Benefits :
    • Good production.
    • Accessible size for maintenance.
  • Disadvantages:
    • Requires more space.
    • Production in 2 to 4 years.
  • Location:
    • Spacing: 5 to 10 m.
    • Tutoring: necessary for 3 to 4 years.

4. High-top

  • Benefits :
    • Longevity and high production.
    • Promotes biodiversity.
  • Disadvantages:
    • Significant space (8 to 10 m between trees).
    • Late production (5 years minimum).
  • Location:
    • Spacing: 8 to 10 m.
    • Density: 150 to 250 trees/ha.

Criteria for Choosing the Right Tree Shape

  • Available space: Choose cattails for small gardens or scions for personalized management. For larger spaces, tall stems or half-stems are ideal.
  • Desired production: rapid production favors cattails, while sustainable production favors tall stems.
  • Maintenance: Half-stems are more accessible, while high-stems require little intervention after establishment.
  • Biodiversity: tall stems are best suited to creating natural habitats.

Tips for Planting Your Fruit Trees

1. Soil preparation

  • Analysis and amendment: test the soil and enrich it with compost.
  • Drainage: Avoid compacted or wet soils.

2. Planting

  • Planting hole: adapted to the size of the roots (60x60x60 cm for scions, up to 1 m for tall stems).
  • Positioning: The graft point must be at least 7.5 cm above the ground.
  • Watering and mulching: essential for recovery.

3. Layout and orientation

  • Spacing: respect the recommended distances according to the type of plant.
  • Orientation: north-south for optimal sunshine.

4. Pollination

  • Varietal compatibility: Mix compatible varieties.
  • Pollinators: Plan for 10 to 12% pollinator trees in your orchard.

Why Choose Arboriverse?

  • Professional quality: grafted plants produced by specialist nurserymen.
  • Producer prices: excellent value for money.
  • Fast delivery: throughout France, directly to your orchard.
  • Technical support: personalized advice and free quotes within 48 hours.

Take advantage of our producer prices to buy your fruit trees!

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Parthenay Bergamot Pear Tree Plant at Producer Prices for Professional Apple Growers

Technical sheet of the Bergamot de Parthenay variety

  • Fruit flesh color: White and firm
  • Fruit skin color: Dark green turning yellow when ripe, speckled
  • Size and shape: Medium to large, turbinate, flattened, slightly nippled towards the pedicel
  • Tree size: Approximately 5 meters high and 4 meters wide
  • Fruit maturity: December
  • Fruit Taste: Creamy white flesh, medium firm, semi-fine, slightly grainy, not very juicy, very sweet, slightly acidic and subtly fragrant
  • Earliness of the variety: Late
  • Fruiting period: October, with maturity in December
  • Disease Resistance: Resistant to common pear diseases, but susceptible to scab
  • Variety Yield: High Yield
  • Is this variety self-fertile? No, requires pollinators
  • Commercial use: Raw or cooked consumption, compotes, pastries, desserts, fruit salads, pairings with cheeses or savory dishes
  • Comments: Originating from Deux-Sèvres, discovered around 1850. Requires filtering, fresh, deep, rich and non-calcareous soil.
  • Recommended pollinators: Beurré Hardy, Conference, Doyenné du Comice, Jules Guyot, William's Bon Chrétien, William's Rouge
  • Fruit storage: Until the end of March

The Bergamot Pear Tree of Parthenay: A heritage variety with strong commercial potential


Highlight the French terroir with the Bergamot de Parthenay Pear Tree , an old and productive variety, perfect for winter markets. As a specialist wholesale supplier of pear plants , Arboriverse supports you in the establishment of this exceptional variety in your orchard to meet the demand of demanding consumers.

A treasure of French fruit heritage

Originally from Deux-Sèvres and discovered in 1850 , the Bergamot de Parthenay pear tree has established itself as an essential variety for producers looking for tasty , long-lasting fruit. With its harvest in October and its ability to be stored until March , this variety offers a continuous presence on winter markets and perfectly meets the growing demand for local and authentic fruit.


Fruits with a unique taste and irresistible presentation

Bergamote de Parthenay pears combine taste quality and attractive aesthetics, ideal for consumers looking for superior quality products.

Fruit characteristics:

  • Size and shape: Medium to large sized fruits, with a slightly mounded, turbinate shape, which attract the eye with their originality.
  • Color and texture: A dark green skin that turns yellow when ripe , dotted with distinctive spots that reinforce their rustic and authentic character.
  • Flesh and Flavor: Creamy white flesh, slightly grainy, medium firm, not very juicy but extremely sweet and fragrant , with a touch of delicate acidity.
  • Exceptional conservation: The fruits reach full maturity in December , two months after harvesting, and can be stored until the end of March , or even longer in a cold room (1-3°C).

A business opportunity to extend the season

The long shelf life of Bergamot de Parthenay fruit makes it a strategic choice for market gardeners and professional producers wishing to maintain a quality supply during the winter.

Commercial applications:

  • Fresh consumption: Pears, with their unique taste, are perfect for local markets, short circuits, and organic baskets.
  • Culinary transformations: Their grainy and sweet flesh is ideal for making:
    • Compotes and jams.
    • Pastries (pies, cakes, clafoutis).
    • Savory accompaniments , such as platters of mature cheeses.
  • Premium markets: Ideal for attracting restaurateurs and artisanal processors, this heritage variety promotes authenticity and terroir.

A robust and easy-to-grow pear tree

The Bergamote de Parthenay pear tree is hardy and adapts easily to various soil types and climates, making it an ideal variety for diversifying an orchard.

Tree characteristics:

  • Vigor and yield: The tree is particularly productive , offering a generous harvest each year.
  • Climate tolerance: Adapted to temperate climates , it resists climatic variations well, provided it is planted in fresh, well-drained soil.
  • Soil and exposure: Favor deep, rich, slightly chalky soils, and full sun exposure to maximize fruit quality.

Optimize your production through adapted pollination

The Bergamot de Parthenay is self-sterile , which means that it requires the presence of other pear trees to ensure optimal fruiting.

Recommended pollinators:

  • Hardy Buttered
  • Conference
  • Deanery of the Comice
  • Jules Guyot
  • William's Bon Chrétien or William's Rouge

Combining these varieties in a mixed orchard increases not only the quantity but also the quality of the fruit harvested.


Maintenance and good cultural practices

  • Planting: Between October and March , outside of frost periods, in rich, well-drained soil.
  • Watering: Maintain regular watering during the first two years to promote good rooting.
  • Gentle pruning: Perform annual pruning in winter to aerate the branches, reduce the risk of disease and promote better fruiting.
  • Pest Protection: Install bird or bat boxes to control pests like codling moths.
  • Fertilization: Add well-ripened compost in the fall and enrich the soil with wood ash in the winter to stimulate production.

Why choose Bergamot de Parthenay with Arboriverse?

As a specialist wholesale supplier of pear plants , Arboriverse offers you carefully selected plants to guarantee optimal development and abundant harvests. We provide you with:

  • High quality certified plants , ready to plant.
  • Technical support to maximize your returns.
  • Fast and reliable delivery to meet the needs of professionals.

The commercial advantages of Bergamot de Parthenay

  • High Yield: Generous production for a quick return on investment.
  • Long shelf life: Fruits available on the market until March, ideal for winter.
  • Culinary versatility: Perfect for fresh consumption or homemade preparations.
  • Heritage origin: An old French variety, ideal for promoting a terroir.
  • Visual and taste appeal: Pears that seduce with their rustic appearance and unique taste.

Conclusion: a strategic choice for your orchard

The Bergamot de Parthenay pear tree is an old variety that meets modern consumer expectations for local, seasonal and quality products. Thanks to its tasty fruits , its long shelf life and its ease of cultivation , it represents an essential commercial opportunity for professional producers.

Contact Arboriverse, your specialist wholesale supplier of pear plants, today to add this exceptional variety to your orchard and take advantage of its many benefits.