PEARS

This delicious fruit grows well in heavy soil that is well drained

Pears are fussier and require more care than apples but we think they are worth the extra effort

Fireblight, leaf blister mite and phytophtora rot can all affect pears

Best to pick pears a little before they are completely ripe, as soon as they come off the tree easily when you lift them away

Store like apples as close to -1 degree celcius as possible

Before eating, bring to room temperature and wait for them to ripen

Eat when they are slightly soft

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