The pear tree is a deciduous fruit tree of the genus Rosaceae, native to central Asia, and is now widely cultivated around the world. The growth characteristics, varieties, and planting techniques of pear trees are as follows:
Growing environment: Pear trees are light-loving, cold-tolerant, drought-tolerant, and suitable for growing in sandy or loam soils with good drainage and fertile soil. Growth cycle: It usually takes 3-5 years for pear trees to bear fruit from planting to fruiting, and the economic lifespan can be as long as more than 30 years. Mode of reproduction: Mainly used by grafting propagation, commonly used rootstocks are bean pear, pear and so on. Pests and diseases: Pear trees are susceptible to pests and diseases such as pear rust, pear scab, and pear heartworm. Chinese pear: Such as Dangshan pear, Ya pear, snow pear, etc., juicy, sweet, delicate flesh. Pears: Such as pear, Cornflorence pear, etc., the taste is soft, and it needs to be ripened. Hybrid pears: Such as Huangguan pear, Fengshui pear, etc., combining the characteristics of Eastern and Western pears. Site selection: Choose plots with deep soil and good drainage. Land preparation: Turn the soil deeply, apply sufficient basal fertilizer, and improve soil fertility. Planting: Select varieties and rootstocks suitable for the local climate, graft them, and plant them reasonably densely. Water and fertilizer management: Pear trees are drought tolerant, but need to keep the soil moist, especially during flowering and fruit expansion. Trim: Pear trees grow vigorously and need to be pruned reasonably to form a good tree shape and ventilation and light conditions. Pest and disease control: Adopt a combination of biological control and chemical control methods to prevent the occurrence of pests and diseases. Harvesting: Harvest at the right time according to the characteristics of the variety to ensure the quality of the fruit. The cultivation of pear trees requires the selection of suitable varieties according to local climatic conditions, soil conditions and market needs, and the adoption of scientific management methods to obtain high-quality and high-yield fruits. At the same time, planting pear trees is also a long-term investment that requires patience and meticulous care.