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Gelbmostler perry pear trees

$39.95
  • Self-fertility: Not self-fertile
  • Pollination group: 4

A large perry pear with astringent juice and a grainy texture, thought to originate from Switzerland.

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Gelbmostler perry pear trees for sale

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  • Semi-standard, 1-year bare-root tree $39.95
    Mature height: 10ft-16ft after 10 years
    Semi-vigorous rootstock
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All about Gelbmostler perry pear trees

A large perry pear with astringent juice and a grainy texture.  Translated 'Gelbmostler' means 'Golden Wine Pear'.  This pear has a tendency to drop prematurely and has derived an alternative name of 'Tropfler', translating as 'Drip Pear'.  

How to grow

Gelbmostler has good scab resistance with a vigorous growth habit.  Thought to be a triploid variety.

Advice on fruit tree pollination.

History

Thought to originate ifrom Lake Constance area in Switzerland.  The number of Gelbmostler trees in Eastern Switzerland has dropped significantly due to fireblight.

Gelbmostler characteristics

  • Self-fertilityNot self-fertile
  • Pollination group4
  • Pollinating othersPoor
  • Keeping (of fruit)Does not keep
  • FireblightVery susceptible
  • ScabSome resistance
  • Country of originSwitzerland
  • Period of origin1850 - 1899
  • Flesh colourCream

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