Attractive fruits that appeal to high-end markets
Grand Champion fruits are distinguished by their balanced flavor and elegant appearance, meeting the demands of consumers and premium markets.
Fruit characteristics:
- Flesh: White, fine, melting, and not grainy, offering a refined taste experience.
- Size: Medium to large, ideal for high-end marketing.
- Skin: Smooth, bronze yellow, punctuated with tawny with pinkish hues under the effect of the sun, for an attractive visual.
- Taste: Sweet, slightly tangy and subtly fragrant, perfect for eating plain or as a dessert.
Commercial assets:
- Fresh consumption: Tender flesh and delicate taste, ideal for local and international market stalls.
- Processing: Perfect for juices, compotes, sweet desserts or gourmet applications.
- Extended storage: Up to 4 months after harvest, allowing marketing from the end of November to the end of January.
A robust and productive tree suitable for all orchards
The Grand Champion is a moderately vigorous and easy-to-maintain tree, guaranteeing regular and abundant harvests.
Tree characteristics:
- Adult size: 5 meters in height and 4 meters in wingspan, ideal for optimized management.
- Port: Extended, promoting good light penetration.
- Yield: Abundant and regular production, offering an excellent return on investment.
Harvest period and consumption:
- Maturity: Mid-September, positioning this variety among the first autumn pears.
- Availability: From the end of November to the end of January, thanks to optimal conservation.
Pollination: Maximize your production
Grand Champion is partially self-fertile, but the presence of compatible pollinating varieties significantly improves yields.
Recommended pollinators:
- Hardy Buttered
- Conference
- Deanery of the Comice
- Jules Guyot
- William's Rouge
Perfect synchronization between the flowering periods of these varieties ensures efficient cross-pollination.
A resistant and environmentally friendly variety
The 'Grand Champion' pear tree is distinguished by its natural resistance to common diseases, thus limiting the need for phytosanitary treatments.
Resistance :
- Diseases: Good resistance to scab and brown rot.
- Pests: Preventative management, such as installing nest boxes or using sticky strips, helps limit codling moth and aphid infestations.
Growing conditions:
- Soil: Prefers rich, fresh, well-drained soils. Does not tolerate calcareous soils.
- Watering: Requires regular water supply, especially during dry periods.
Why choose the 'Grand Champion' Pear Tree with Arboriverse?
As a specialist wholesale supplier of pear plants, Arboriverse supports you in the success of your orchards with superior quality plants, adapted to your professional needs.
Our commitments:
- Rigorous selection: Robust and productive plants to maximize your yields.
- Technical advice: Personalized support to optimize your orchards.
- Reliable logistics: Fast and secure delivery directly to your farm.
Conclusion :
The 'Grand Champion' pear tree is a versatile and reliable variety, perfect for meeting the needs of modern consumers. With its tasty and attractive fruit, natural hardiness, and high yield, it is an essential choice for diversifying and enhancing your production.
Contact Arboriverse today to order your Grand Champion plants and ensure your harvest success!
