1-year maiden bare-root
tree
33.45€ Pyrus c. Kirchensaller rootstock Full size size (4.5m-6m after 10 years)
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History
The origins of Black Worcester are not certain, but it was known in the early 16th century, and famously appears on the coat of arms of the city of Worcester.
Black Worcester characteristics
Gardening skillAverage
Self-fertilityNot self-fertile
Flowering group3
Pollinating othersPoor
PloidyTriploid
Bearing regularityRegular
Fruit bearingSpur-bearer
Picking seasonVery late
CroppingHeavy
Keeping1-2 months
Useful forCulinary
Disease resistanceGood
ScabSome resistance
Climate typeTemperate climatesWarm climates
Summer average maximum temperaturesCool ( 20-24C / 68-75F)Warm (25-30C / 76-85F)