A historic and successful variety on the market
Originating in Troyes (Aube) and developed in 1870 by horticulturist Ernest Baltet, the 'Guyot' pear tree has established itself as a benchmark in fruit production. Thanks to its early harvest (July-August), it allows producers to attract the first buyers of summer pears, thus offering a competitive advantage in local markets and in supermarkets.
The technical advantages of the 'Guyot' pear tree
A productive and easy to grow tree
- Vigor: Medium to strong, ensuring rapid entry into production.
- Port: Upright with balanced branching, facilitating cultural management.
- Flowering: Abundant and spring-like, guaranteeing good fruit set with compatible pollinators.
- Resistance: Natural to common diseases such as scab.
- Soil: Prefers rich, well-drained, low-calcareous soils.
Tip: To limit the impact of calcareous soils and optimize growth, choose a BA29 rootstock.
High-quality, highly sought-after fruits
- Size: Medium to large, suitable for fresh sale.
- Appearance: Pale yellow skin, sometimes pinkish in the sun, attractive on stalls.
- Flesh: Tender, juicy and fragrant.
- Flavor: Mild and sweet, ideal for immediate consumption and processing.
- Harvest: Early, from July-August.
- Conservation: Short, promoting dynamic marketing.
Advantage: First summer pear on the market, benefiting from strong appeal in short circuits and in large-scale distribution.
Pollination and varietal compatibility
The 'Guyot' pear tree requires the presence of pollinating varieties to ensure optimal production.
- Hardy Buttered
- Conference
- Deanery of the Comice
- William's Good Christian
- William's Rouge
Good to know: The 'Guyot' pear tree is itself a good pollinator, improving the yield of other varieties such as the Alexandrine Douillard pear tree and the Bergamot de Parthenay pear tree.
A hardy and undemanding pear tree
- Resistance: Good tolerance to diseases, particularly scab.
- Adaptability: Tolerates various soils well, but prefers efficient drainage.
- Cultural management: Aerated pruning and good spacing reduce the risk of stagnant moisture.
A profitable and easily marketable product
- Target markets: Short circuits, supermarkets, local markets.
- Processing: Perfect for juices, compotes and jams.
- Yield: High with rapid fruit set, maximizing profitability.
Economic advantage: Its high yield and precocity make it a strategic investment for producers.
Why choose the 'Guyot' Pear Tree with Arboriverse?
- ✔ Rigorous selection: Plants guaranteeing optimal recovery.
- ✔ Stock available: Fast delivery for planting at the ideal time.
- ✔ Personalized support: Technical advice to optimize cultivation.
- ✔ Competitive rates: Offers adapted to bulk purchases.
Conclusion: A strategic choice for profitable production
The 'Guyot' pear tree is a must-have for growers looking for an early, flavorful, and disease-resistant summer pear. Its high yield and rapid fruit set make it an ideal variety for capturing the summer fresh fruit market.
Buying 'Guyot' pear tree plants from Arboriverse, a specialist wholesale supplier of pear trees, means investing in a high-performance, profitable variety, perfectly suited to the demands of the modern market.
Contact us today to reserve your plants and guarantee optimized production.
