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What is the best time of year to start preparing the seeds?

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Prepare the seeds in late winter or early spring so they have time to stratify before you plant them in the summer.

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How long do pear trees live?

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They usually live 50 years, although they might have shorter or longer life spans depending on how well cared for they are.

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what do we do with the four seeds in the plastic bag

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They are going to be viable for a few years after opening, so save them for whenever you decide you want to grow more pear trees. No other pear seeds will match this unique cultivar, so that's why you need to save four seeds from every batch.

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Do I need to have four seeds?

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The more seeds, the higher the chance of it growing, so four is better than one but not absolutely compulsory.

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My pear seeds spout, then the stems turn brown and they die. What should I do?

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Often times, seedlings dies from overwatering or a lack of proper drainage. Make sure you only water when the soil is dry.

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How long does it take for a pear tree to bear fruit?

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Pear trees typically produce the first fruits three years after planting, although they won't produce a full crop for 5-7 years. Dwarf trees usually produce fruit a bit earlier than standard-size trees, as do Asian pears.

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How many years will it take before a pear tree will bear edible fruit?

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5 to 8 years.

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What do I do with the four seeds from the plastic bag that's in the fridge?

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They are going to be viable for a few years after opening, so save them for whenever you decide you want to grow more pear trees. No other pear seeds will match this unique cultivar, so that's why you need to save four seeds from every batch.

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How often do I water the seeds after planting, and where should I put them?

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You should water them when the soil gets dry. You should put the pear trees where the soil is rich and has good drainage.

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Can pear be grown in the tropics say west Africa?

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You can grow them anywhere except cold climates. If you keep them warm and watered regularly, they'll grow.

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Can I graft a different fruit onto my pear tree, like an apple?

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No, that won't work.

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What is the lowest temperature a pear tree can live in?

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It can survive a New England winter, about as cold as 0°F. Do not worry about them in winter.

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I live in Chicago where the climate is cold and hot different times of the year. Will a pear tree still grow if it's cold during some parts of the year?

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Get a pear tree that is hardy enough for your zone as there are many hardy pear trees that have good fruit. You need two different kinds of pear trees to pollinate, the second one doesn't have to be that great as it is just used to pollinate, or you can get two really good hardy pear trees. It is up to you and your budget.

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If I don't graft, will I still get pears? My seed just sprouted a few days ago

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Yes, you will still get pears! Grafting is just a way to make a new kind of pear by "breeding" two different kinds of pears!

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Should I start my pear seeds at a certain time of year?

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Plant bare-root trees, which come with their roots exposed for easy adaptation to new soil, in early fall to the start of spring. Pear trees in containers are ready to go at any time, but again, winter is often the preferred season, allowing for the trees to blossom in spring.

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