The Doyenné d'Hiver Pear Tree: A historic and high-performance variety
Native to Belgium and discovered in 1787, the Doyenné d'Hiver pear tree is an iconic variety for professional growers. Valued for its flavorful fruit and long shelf life, this variety is a strategic choice for diversifying your production and meeting the needs of winter markets.
At Arboriverse, a specialist wholesale supplier of pear trees , we select high-quality Doyenné d'Hiver trees to guarantee optimal and sustainable production.
Why choose the Doyenné d’Hiver for your orchard?
High-end fruits suitable for the winter season
- Size and presentation: Large, plump, slightly elongated fruits, with skin that changes from green to intense yellow and is marked with brownish speckles.
- A melting and tasty flesh: Fine, melting, and sweet texture with a subtle acidity, ideal for lovers of refined pears.
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Culinary versatility:
- Fresh consumption.
- Sweet preparations: compotes, jams, baked desserts.
- Savory accompaniments: white meats, game, cheese platters.
- Extended storage: Fruits harvested in October-November can be stored until April, meeting the needs of winter markets.
The advantages of Arboriverse, a specialist wholesale supplier of pear trees
- Guaranteed quality: Plants rigorously selected for their robustness and yield.
- Personalized support: Tailored advice to optimize your yields, from planting to harvest.
- Economical solutions: Competitive prices for bulk purchases and fast delivery throughout France.
Technical characteristics: Robustness and adaptability
A hardy tree for reliable winter production
With a mature height of 5 meters and a spread of 4 meters, the Doyenné d'Hiver pear tree is suitable for both commercial orchards and farms.
- Cold resistance: Tolerates winter temperatures down to -20°C, with good management against spring frosts.
- Soil and Climate: Prefers cool, rich, well-drained soils and sunny exposure for optimal fruiting.
Production Calendar: Harvesting and Storage
- Harvest period: End of October to end of November, with regular and abundant production.
- Storage: Optimal ripeness between January and April, with taste quality preserved in cool, dark storage.
Optimizing pollination and yields
Although partially self-fertile, the Doyenné d'Hiver produces more in the presence of compatible pollinating varieties:
- Williams
- Hardy Buttered
- Conference
- Doctor Jules Guyot
Simple and effective maintenance
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Recommended maintenance:
- Annual pruning to promote fruiting and limit disease.
- Thinning of fruit to ensure optimal size.
- Mulch to retain moisture during warm months.
- Disease resistance: Good hardiness, although susceptible to scab, requiring preventative treatments in humid areas.
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Recommended rootstocks:
- Quince from Provence: For moderate vigor and superior quality fruit.
- Pyrus Kirchensaller: Suitable for calcareous and clayey soils.
A business opportunity for producers
The Doyenné d'Hiver pear tree combines taste quality, long shelf life, and profitability. With its robustness, culinary versatility, and winter production, it is a strategic choice for diversifying your offerings and meeting consumer expectations.
Order your Doyenné d'Hiver plants from Arboriverse
Trust Arboriverse , the specialist wholesale supplier of pear plants, to integrate this exceptional variety into your orchard.
- High quality plants for optimal production.
- Personalized advice to optimize your plantations and maximize your yields.
- Competitive offers for bulk purchases and fast delivery throughout France.
Contact us today for a personalized quote and discover how our Doyenné d'Hiver plants can meet your farm's needs and ensure your production success.
