Everyone loves the juicy and sweet fruits of the pear. In addition to being tasty, pear tree fruits are also healthy. There are many different varieties of this fruit tree, but the Fabulous pear stands out among them.

History of creation

The fruit tree Fairytale, or Fairytale, was bred in the 90s. The variety was obtained by crossing Powislaya and Tenderness pears at the South Ural Institute. The authorship belongs to E.A. Falkenberg, M.A. Mazunin and V.I. Putyatin. The varietal species became widespread throughout Russia in 1993, as it was created for cultivation in areas with unfavorable climatic conditions. Therefore, it is suitable for cultivation even in the northern regions of Russia.

Description of pear Fabulous

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View characteristic:

  • The tale is distinguished by its high frost resistance and drought resistance, and is also famous for its strong immunity to many diseases and unpretentiousness. This type of fruit tree belongs to the early maturing species, you can harvest it already at the end of summer.
  • The tree itself is very tall and powerful, it grows at great speed. Often the height of a tree exceeds 4 m. Its branches are directed upwards at a right angle, and therefore does not take up much space in the garden. The bark is reddish on both the trunk and the branches. The crown of the tree is very dense and has a pyramidal shape. The leaves are smooth, dark green, not large. This miracle variety blooms at the end of May. It is self-fertile, so it is not required to carry out processing from the barren flower. However, another pollinator variety should be planted next to it (Krasulia, Severyanka, Raduzhnaya pears are suitable for this purpose).
  • Fruits of the fairytale pear are large enough. The average weight is 190 g, but sometimes it reaches 250 g. Ripe fruits are very beautiful: they have a regular pear-shaped shape and an even color. A ripe pear of a yellowish tint, however, it is recommended to shoot it still green, since this species does not lie well and is not suitable for transportation and long-term storage. The surface of the fruit is smooth, with numerous large gray subcutaneous punctures. The seeds are also very weighty and wide, they are brown in color and are kept in a closed chamber. Ripe fruit is juicy and sweet with a spicy flavor. The aroma is sweet, but mild. The pulp is white, granular. The density of the pulp is low. You can use the fruits for any purpose, for example, making jams, preserves, pear compotes. But the fairy tale pear is best suited for fresh consumption. You can store the crop for 10 days after harvest, no more. The term is shortened if the fruits were damaged during collection.

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The tree begins to bear fruit from 2 years old, but for the first time it will give no more than 3 kg of harvest. The number of pears will increase annually, starting from 4-5 years. Moreover, the tree gives fruit every year without interruption.

Features of growing crops

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The best time to plant fruit trees is autumn. At this time, the seedlings are sleeping, which is why they better tolerate planting. Also, until spring, they have time to settle down and strengthen, therefore, from the beginning of April, forces will be spent on growth and development.

Important! You can plant a tree in spring, but it is better to do it before the tree wakes up and lets out the juice.

Planting a pear Fairy Tale is carried out in a specially selected and prepared place, since only in such an area will the plant bear fruit well.

When choosing a landing site, you need to consider:

  • depth of groundwater;
  • the depth of the clay layer (3 m and more).
  • illumination of the site. The place should be on the sunny side. It is undesirable to choose a place for planting near which buildings are located, since a pear can spoil the foundation.

You should choose a place with a flat area, away from buildings and other trees.

Before planting a seedling, it is advisable to enrich the land. To do this, 3-4 weeks before planting, you should dig a hole, clean it of debris and roots, and fill it with fertilizer. You should also reduce the acidity of the soil, for which you should also add wood ash. The hole must be at least 75 cm deep and 1.4 m wide.

Important! You should not use fresh manure, only diluted and well rotted.

Before planting a seedling, you need to get rid of rotten and diseased roots and shoots. It is also recommended to trim too long. Before the procedure, it is advisable to rinse the cut site with warm water. Trimmed roots must be treated with crushed activated carbon.

Important! If the roots are dry, then the seedling must be held in water before planting. You can lower the whole plant into it if the stem is also dry.

When burying the seedling, it is recommended to shake it a little to get rid of the void in the ground. After the seedling is set in the hole and rammed, it is recommended to make a hole around it. This is necessary so that all moisture reaches the lower roots, and does not stagnate on the surface. At the end of planting, the tree should be watered (20 liters per seedling).

Further care

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The fairy tale is unpretentious, but in leaving it is worth considering some nuances:

  • Timely watering... Water the tree when the soil dries up. In dry weather, you will need about 5-6 buckets, 2-3 is enough for a seedling. More abundant watering is needed during flowering and ripening of fruits. Be sure to pour water at the root.
  • Top dressing... The soil depletes over time, so from time to time it needs to be enriched. The needs of a plant depend on time. The first 3 years the Fairy Tale should be fertilized with ammonium nitrate. In subsequent periods, organic fertilizers are used. It is advisable to check the salinity and acidity of the soil every few years and, if necessary, reduce the percentage. The pear should be fed in spring, autumn and during the period of fruit formation.
  • Pruning... You need to prune the pear every spring. The procedure should be carried out with care so as not to damage healthy branches. After pruning, the damaged areas must be coated with clay and fertilizer must not be applied to the ground for one month.
  • Treatment from pests and diseases... The pear is immune to many diseases, but under unfavorable weather conditions or when a neighboring tree is infected, there is a risk of catching the infection. To prevent the tree from getting sick, in the event of situations that pose a threat, preventive treatment is required. In spring and autumn, the plant must be sprayed against pests. In summer, it is recommended to coat the lower section of the trunk with lime.

Juicy fruit of the Fabulous variety

Note.In addition, the yield of pears depends on the timely removal of fruits. It should be picked when the fruits are not yet fully ripe. This should be done carefully, without damaging the branches. It is not advisable to leave spoiled fruits on the tree, as this can lead to plant disease.

Advantages and disadvantages of the variety

The main advantages of the Fazochnaya pear variety are:

  • Frost resistance... The plant can be grown even in the northern regions of Russia, where the temperature drops to 48 ° C.
  • Yield... One tree produces about 15 kg of fruit. The yield of the plant increases every year. In addition, the culture begins to bear fruit already for 2 years.
  • Early maturity... The fruits ripen in late summer.
  • Flavoring quality... Ripe pears are very juicy and sweet and have a spicy flavor.
  • Sustainability to many types of diseases.
  • Unpretentiousness.
  • Good fastening fruit to the branch.
  • Sustainability to drought.
  • External view fruit... Ripe pears have a regular and beautiful shape.The fruit is large and flawless.

There are many advantages of the Fabulous pear variety, but, like all plants, there are disadvantages:

  • Short maturation period. You can store the crop for 10 days, after this period, the pear begins to deteriorate.
  • Pears do not tolerate transportation well. The fruits are easily damaged, which is why they begin to spoil quickly.
  • The tree grows too tall, which often makes it difficult to harvest.

The Fazochnaya pear variety is one of the best for Russia, since this species is not threatened by frost or drought. Regardless of the weather conditions, the tree bears fruit well. In addition, the variety is unpretentious and does not require special care, so even beginners in gardening can grow it.