Abbe Fetel Pear Tree

OUR STORY

Direct from the sun-drenched orchards of Italy, the Abate Fetel pear (Abbe Fetel) is now ready to grace your home orchard. Known as Italy’s favorite pear, this magnificent heirloom brings centuries of European sophistication, unmatched honeyed flavor, and a striking, elongated silhouette right to your backyard. Whether you are a gourmet chef, a backyard gardener, or a lover of fine fruit, the Abate Fetel is the ultimate crown jewel for your landscape. A Story Worth Tasting • The French Connection: First bred in 1865 by a French abbot named Pierre Fetel, who dedicated years to perfecting this unique cultivar. • An Italian Icon: While born in France, it found its true home in the fertile soils of Italy's Emilia-Romagna region, where it rose to commercial royalty. • Timeless Heirloom: Treasured for over 150 years, this pear has never been modified, preserving the exact luxury flavor enjoyed by European nobility generations ago. An Unrivaled Flavor Experience • Aromatic Honey Notes: Biting into an Abate Fetel releases an intensely sweet, aromatic rush characterized by rich undertones of pure honey and mild spice. • The Melting Texture: The white, juicy flesh offers a dual experience—it retains a satisfying, crisp bite while simultaneously melting like velvet on the tongue. • Completely Coreless Feel: Because the seed bed is exceptionally smooth and trace-free, you can slice and enjoy this elongated masterpiece entirely from top to bottom. From Orchard to Five-Star Table • The Ultimate Charcuterie Star: Its elegant shape and rich sweetness make it the premier choice for pairing with sharp blue cheeses, creamy brie, prosciutto, and walnuts. • Bakes to Perfection: Thanks to its dense flesh, it holds its structural integrity beautifully when poached in red wine, baked into tarts, or roasted alongside pork and poultry. Orchard Specifications & Growing Guide • USDA Hardiness Zones: Highly adaptable, thriving seamlessly across Zones 5 through 9. • Chill Hours: Requires a moderate 700 to 800 chill hours below 45°F (7°C) to break winter dormancy and guarantee a heavy yield. • Bloom Time: Features a mid-season bloom, bursting into stunning, snow-white spring blossoms that double as an ornamental centerpiece. • Pollination Partners: To ensure a maximum harvest, pair it with concurrent mid-season European pear bloomers such as Bartlett (Williams), Conference, or Bosc. Trees are bench grafted 1/4-3/16 inch diameter and 1 1/2 to 2 feet tall when shipped.

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