Anjou Pear Espalier

Anjou Pear Espalier (Pyrus communis 'Anjou')Anjou Pear Espalier (Pyrus communis 'Anjou') offers the elegance of trained structure with the dependable fruiting performance of a time-tested pear variety. Ideal for compact spaces, formal gardens, or edible landscapes, this espaliered form brings beauty and utility to fences, walls, and trellised installations.Distinctive Features'Anjou' pears are known for their smooth green skin, egg-like shape, and sweet, mildly spicy flavor. Unlike Bartlett, Anjou pears ripen after harvest, making them excellent for storage and fresh eating. The espalier form features horizontally tiered branches trained against a flat surface, creating a living sculpture that delivers white spring flowers, followed by abundant fruit in late summer to early fall. Plants typically grow 6 to 8 feet tall and remain tightly shaped with routine pruning.Growing Conditions Sun Exposure: Full sun Soil Type: Well-drained loam or sandy soil Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral