Pear variety “Fairytale”: characteristics and cultivation features

Fairytale pear is valued for its ease of care, undemanding soil conditions and resistance to severe frosts. The article describes the intricacies of planting, growing pears and caring for the plant. The advantages and disadvantages of the variety are also noted.

Pear "Fairytale"

The fruits are regular pear-shaped. The color of the pears at the time of picking is green. Subcutaneous dots are gray and clearly visible.

History of selection

The Skazochnaya pear variety was bred by outstanding breeders - V. I. Putyatin, E. A. Falkenberg, M. A. Mazunin. To develop the variety, two varieties were crossed - the Povislaya pear (an autumn variety characterized by good keeping quality) and Tenderness (a winter-hardy variety that produces up to 40 kg of fruit from 1 tree).

The variety was bred in the organization FGBNU YUNIISK - a research organization that studies and creates new forms of agricultural plants. The institute began its work in the early 30s of the last century and to this day does not stop working on developing new varieties.

The fairy pear was bred specifically for the harsh climate of Siberia. The pear has become especially popular in the Urals. It is recommended to grow this variety in the Central and Volga-Vyatka regions. Gardeners in the Nizhny Novgorod, Krasnodar, Irkutsk, Moscow, Omsk, Yaroslavl, and Leningrad regions give preference to pears. The fairy pear is often found not only in Russia, but also in Ukraine, Belarus and Moldova.

You can find more information about pear varieties in the Moscow region here.

Care

Caring for the Skazochnaya variety is completely simple. Due to its unpretentiousness, the pear is easy to grow. Standard agricultural technology, which is described below in the links, is sufficient for full development.

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Description and characteristics of the “Fairytale” pear

The trees grow tall, reaching 4 meters. They are characterized by a narrow, dense, pyramidal crown and straight, spreading branches. The ends of the stems are directed towards the top of the plant. The trunk bark and skeletal stems have a brown tint, and slight peeling is also present. The shoots are even, smooth, without pubescence, and dark burgundy in color. The buds are small, curved, oval-round in shape, the surface is smooth. The leaves are small, elongated in shape with a pointed surface and uniform edges, emerald in color.

The fruits have a characteristic shape, are medium in size, reaching a weight of 180-200 g. Good care and rich feeding of the plant contributes to the production of larger fruits weighing up to 250 g. In high-yielding years, the fruits grow evenly, without defects. The peel is dry, dense, pale. When harvested, it has an emerald hue; when fully ripe, it becomes an amber-emerald color. There is a slight blush, the integumentary color is weakly expressed.

There are bright subcutaneous dots of a silvery hue. Pears have elongated, curved, wide stalks and a small, narrow funnel with minimal rustiness. The fruits have large, brown seeds that are shaped like a water lily. The snow-white pulp is oily, medium in density, fine-grained and juicy. The aroma is barely noticeable. The aftertaste is sweet and pleasant.

The tree begins to bloom in late May-early June. The variety attracts with its good early ripening. The harvest can ripen already 1-2 years after planting - about 3 kg of fruit can be collected from one plant. With age, the yield rate becomes higher. The tree enters full fruiting 4-5 years after planting, then gardeners collect up to 10 kg of fruit. After full ripening, the pears hold well on the stems and do not fall to the ground.

Description of the variety

The Fairytale pear variety is summer, unpretentious and productive. It is extremely resistant to low temperatures and can be grown even in Siberia. The tree quickly enters the fruiting season, and the fruits quickly ripen and gain their sweetness.

Characteristics of wood

The culture is distinguished by its rapid growth rate, reaching a height of up to 4 meters. The crown of the pear is compact, narrow-pyramidal, and highly dense.

The main branches extend from the trunk at right angles, and their ends are directed upward. The bark is flaky and brown. The leaves are small, dark green, smooth, oblong.

Description of fruits

Fairy Pear.

Pears are medium and large in size, weighing 180-220 grams, some fruits weigh 250 grams. They are of the correct shape, almost the same size.

The skin is smooth, dry, green with a faint pink blush or no blush at all; when fully ripe, the fruits become yellow-green and covered with a large number of gray subcutaneous dots.

The pulp is white, medium density, very juicy, fine-grained, semi-oily, sweet with a spicy aftertaste and a slight aroma. Tasting score 4, 6 points out of 5.

Pros and cons of the variety

The Fairytale pear variety has its advantages and disadvantages. The advantages include the following factors:

• Frost resistance. The variety can be grown even in the northern regions of Russia, where temperatures drop to -48 degrees.
• External features of the fruit. Ripe pears are attractive due to their regular and beautiful shape. The fruits are large, without any defects.
• High yield. From one tree you can get 10-15 kg of fruit. The plant's productivity increases every year. In addition, fruiting occurs already in the second year after planting.
• Drought resistance. The variety is able to withstand hot summers without losing yield.
• Early ripeness. The fruits ripen at the end of summer.
• Good fruit fixation. The pears hold tightly to the stem and do not fall off.
• Taste qualities. When ripe, the fruits acquire a sweet and spicy taste, become juicy and soft.
• Unpretentiousness. The variety takes root well on any type of soil and does not require special care.

We recommend reading this article, which will tell you about popular varieties of pears.

What disadvantages does the Fairytale pear variety have:

• The harvest is stored for no more than 10 days, then the fruits begin to deteriorate.
• The tree grows too high, which may cause difficulties in harvesting.
• Pears should not be transported - the fruits are easily damaged and therefore begin to quickly deteriorate and lose their external and taste qualities.

Reviews

Arkady

Pavlovo

The Fairytale pear variety grows in my dacha. The fruits are sweet and tasty, although they do not last long. We love them very much and eat them fresh a lot and treat them to our neighbors. Caring for the tree is not difficult, you just need to do regular pruning, as the crown is very overgrown.

Valentina

Gorodets

The Fairy Pear really lives up to its name; the fruits are very tasty. I use them to make compote, juice, and jam for the winter. Children and grandchildren enjoy eating fresh.

Boris

Bottle

In our region, not many pears can withstand frost, but the Fairytale one tolerates winter well. Its fruits are tasty and ripen early. This makes the crop resistant to disease, so there is no need to treat it with chemicals.

Where and when are pears planted?

Gardeners recommend choosing a suitable place where the area is level and there are no buildings. The variety loves good lighting. For planting, choose a place where there is no layer of clay at a depth of up to three meters. The site must have a low groundwater level.

If you plant a pear close to the house, in the future the roots of the tree can cause destruction of the foundation, which will lead to a deterioration in the strength of the building.

Purchased seedlings are planted in mid-autumn - around the end of September-beginning of October. This is due to the fact that the plant is dormant and will be protected from negative influences during the wintering period. It is allowed to plant a tree in the spring, but this must be done before the sap begins to flow. If you bought a seedling at any other time, it is better to plant it in a large pot and leave it for a while in a garage or shed where light penetrates.

Features of growing crops

The best time to plant fruit trees is autumn. At this time, the seedlings are dormant, which is why they tolerate planting better. They also have time to take root and strengthen before spring, so from the beginning of April, energy will be spent on growth and development.

Planting the Fairy Tale pear is done 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 or more).
• illumination of the area. The place should be on the sunny side. It is undesirable to choose a place for planting near which there are buildings, since the pear tree can damage 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 soil. To do this, 3-4 weeks before planting, you should dig a hole, clean it of debris and roots and pour fertilizer into it. You should also reduce the acidity of the soil, for which you should also add wood ash. The depth of the hole must be at least 75 cm and the width - 1.4 m.

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

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 installed in the hole and compacted, it is recommended to make a hole around it. This is necessary so that all the 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).

Preparing the site

Although the variety is undemanding to soil fertility, to obtain maximum yield it is advisable to fertilize the area before planting. Gardeners claim that the Skazochnaya pear grows best on light soils devoid of humus. If you cannot fertilize the entire area, prepare the planting hole correctly.

Dig a hole for the seedling a month before planting - this is necessary so that the soil has time to settle. After this, mix the soil removed from the pit with humus and potassium-phosphorus fertilizers. Add lime or wood ash to soil that is too acidic.

Features of the plant

The trees are distinguished by their rapid growth and high height, which often exceeds 4 m, and a dense crown with a narrow pyramidal shape. The skeletal branches are arranged compactly, extending from the trunk at almost a right angle, with their ends directed upward. The trunk and main branches are covered with brownish-brown, slightly flaky bark. The shoots are straight, bare, dark red in color. The leaves are dark green, small, smooth and shiny. The leaf blade is oblong in shape with a pointed tip and fairly smooth coarse edges.

The flowering period usually begins in the second half of May, so the risk of damage to flowers and ovaries by return frosts is minimized

Pollination and fruiting

“Fairytale” is one of the self-pollinating varieties of the crop, but the presence of other pear trees nearby with a similar flowering period qualitatively increases the yield.

The most suitable pollinating varieties are “Severyanka”, “Krasulya” and “Rainbow”.

One of the valuable qualities is the precocity of trees. Seedlings propagated in nurseries using Ussuri pear seedlings as a rootstock begin to bear fruit in the 5-6th year from the moment of planting in a permanent place. According to gardeners, after grafting, carried out independently using standard technologies (bud or cutting) on ​​a well-rooted rootstock, the first fruits of “Skazochnaya” appear already in the 2-3rd year. Productivity increases rapidly and reaches its maximum by the age of 10 years. The yield, although low - about 10-12 kg per tree, is stable and annual, without frequency.

Ripening pears are firmly attached to the branches, so there are practically no serious crop losses associated with pre-harvest shedding

Landing Features

Proper planting of a seedling does not end with preparing the substrate. To ensure that the tree takes root well, plant it in the ground carefully, without damaging the roots or weak shoots.

What requirements to adhere to when landing:

• Before lowering the seedling into the hole, rinse the roots with warm water and carefully inspect. If you see rotten or diseased roots, remove them. After this, shorten the excessively long roots so that the root system has a spherical shape. Treat the cut areas with activated carbon crumbs. If the roots are very dry, immerse the seedling in water for 24 hours - this will help soften it. If the situation is the same with the stem and leaves, immerse the entire plant in water.
• Inspect the shoots - if they are dry, cut them off.
• Land when the weather is calm and without wind. This way the plant will not freeze, and the roots will not begin to rot from a sudden excess of moisture.
• Dig a hole measuring 80x150 cm. Remove the bottom layer of soil, and leave the top layer with fertilizer to fill the planting hole.
• Before diving into the hole, spread the roots so that they occupy the entire area. You must do this so that the root collar is not covered by the substrate. When pouring soil into the hole, shake the seedling a little to remove “air pockets”.
• Cover the roots with the remains of fertile soil and compact them well.
• Drive a wooden stake near the tree at a distance of 25-30 cm.
• After planting, make a circle near the trunk and pour a lot of water into it, but to moisten the soil and not turn it into a swamp.

Landing rules

It is better to plant the Fairytale pear in the fall. The optimal period is from mid-September to the beginning of next month. At this time, seedlings have a dormant period, which allows them to better adapt to new conditions and successfully take root.

Spring planting is also acceptable. It is also carried out during the rest period before the start of sap flow. The soil should thaw and warm up.

When choosing a planting site for the Fairytale pear, it is important to consider compliance with the following conditions:

• good illumination of the area;
• open space;
• remoteness of groundwater;
• loose and nutritious soil;
• loam or sandy loam is optimal;
• acidity is neutral.

Southern and south-eastern slopes are ideal for cultivation. The tree will not bear fruit in a closed lowland; it does not do well in peat bogs, saline or carbonate soil.

Comment! It is not recommended to plant the crop too close to permanent buildings. There is a risk of damage to the foundation by roots.

With a lack of light, productivity suffers - the tree may bloom, but the fruit buds will be underdeveloped

The planting pit is prepared at least three weeks in advance. Depth up to 80 cm, width 1-1.4 m. All weeds and debris are removed, fertilizers are added to the fertile soil:

• ¼ bucket of humus;
• potassium and phosphorus 1 tbsp. l.;
• if the soil is acidic - slaked lime or wood ash (one handful is enough).

The landing algorithm is as follows:

1. Trim roots that are too long, rotten, dried out or broken.
2. Treat the sections (crushed activated carbon will do).
3. Soak the roots in water - if they are very dry, then keep them like that for a day.
4. Pour the soil mixture into the planting hole in a mound.
5. Place the seedling strictly vertically, straighten the roots.
6. Fill the hole with soil mixture, periodically compacting the layer.
7. Set the stake at 30 cm.
8. Tie the seedling.
9. Water the tree trunk generously.
10. Mulch the planting.

Comment! When planting trees in a row, the optimal orientation is from north to south. The distance to the site boundary must be at least 3 m.

Caring for the Fairy Pear

The Fairy Tale Pear does not require scrupulous care, but if favorable conditions are created, you will receive rich harvests, and the tree will not suffer from diseases and pests. At the same time, care procedures will ensure a long life for the plant.

Watering

With abundant watering you will get juicy fruits. Therefore, water the tree regularly during flowering and fruiting. If the weather is very dry, moisten the plant daily by pouring water under the root. The amount of water depends not only on the age of the plant, but also on the type of soil and climatic conditions where it grows.

Do not use a sprayer for watering. If water constantly gets on the leaf plates, there is a possibility of burns, which can have a detrimental effect on the development of the plant.

Fertilizer

Even the most fertile soil is prone to losing its properties over time. If the tree's growth slows in the second or third year after planting, you will need to enrich the soil with ammonium nitrate. In addition, every autumn, when lightly loosening the soil, apply humus and mineral fertilizers in small quantities.

In the spring, feed pears of this variety with special fertilizers, which you can purchase at a specialty store. To maintain acidity, regularly add lime to the soil.

Trimming

Crown trimming is an important procedure that should be done correctly. The formation of the crown contributes not only to an attractive shape, but also to better growth and fruiting. Carry out the planned procedure in early spring, when the air temperature reaches 5 degrees:

1. Remove branches that extend from the main trunk of the plant at a 90-degree angle.
2. Cover the cut areas with clay - this will protect the tree from diseases.
3. File at the bottom, then at the top of branches whose diameter is more than 3 cm.
4. After the procedure, you can apply fertilizer 30 days later.

By autumn, the tree will definitely delight you with juicy fruits with a pear aroma.

Description of Fairytale pear with photo

According to reviews, the common Fairytale pear is characterized by rapid growth. Trees are pruned regularly and vigorously.

Tree

Fairy tale pears are tall trees. They look like this:

• height up to 4 m;
• crown shape is narrow pyramidal;
• branches are straight, with ends pointing upward, compact arrangement, at an angle of 90° to the trunk;
• the shape of the leaves is oblong, short-pointed, small in size, dark green in color, smooth with a shiny surface;
• the plates are flat, without pubescence, with smooth, coarsely crenate edges;
• the size of the stipules is small, the shape is elongated;
• the bark is brown, peeling;
• The length of straight shoots is average, the color is dark red, there is no pubescence;
• a lot of large lentils;
• the shape of the bent buds is round, the size is small, there is no pubescence;
• leaves on long and thick petioles.

Fruit

The Skazochnaya variety is ranked among the large-fruited representatives of the crop. Pears average 180 g, maximum 250 g.

Their characteristics are as follows:

• regular pear shape;
• beautiful view;
• dry skin with dull surface;
• the color is greenish when picked, after full ripening it is yellow-green without cover;
• Numerous dots under the skin are clearly visible, they are large in size and gray in color;
• the size of the narrow funnel is small, the rustiness is weak;
• closed type non-falling cup;
• wide and smooth saucer of medium size;
• the skin is tough, cleaning before use is recommended;
• the pulp is tender and semi-oily, the density is medium, the juiciness is high, the consistency is fine-grained, the color is white;
• the aroma is weak;
• The seed size is large, pitcher-shaped, brown in color, closed chambers.

In terms of flowering time, the variety is late - the buds bloom towards the end of spring

Comment! The fruits of the Fairy Tale pear are universal. They are consumed fresh and used for making juices.

Diseases and pest control

The main advantage of this pear variety is its resistance to various diseases. The variety is resistant to scab, gall mite, black cancer, and fungal diseases. But due to improper care, the tree can be affected by the following diseases and pests:

Features of care

The Fabulous pear has high drought resistance. For a seedling, 2-3 buckets of water are enough, for an adult tree twice as much. Watering is carried out when the soil dries out. Water is poured at the root. Moisturizing is especially important during flowering and ripening of the crop.

When growing crops, fertilizing is necessary. First use ammonium nitrate. In the fourth year they switch to organic, and in the second half of the season they use mineral compositions. Feeding is applied three times per season:

• spring;
• fruit formation;
• autumn - the emphasis is on potassium-phosphorus compounds, nitrogen is not used.

Spring pruning of the tree followed by treatment with a clay mash is required. After this event, fertilizers are not used for a month. The shoots are shortened by ¼ length. Be sure to remove all old, dried and diseased branches.

In autumn, sanitary pruning is necessary. All plant debris, including fallen leaves, is burned.

For the winter, the tree trunk is whitewashed. A mesh is used to protect against rodents.

Collection and storage of pears

The tree is harvested at the end of August, but if the weather is warm and there is no precipitation, there is no need to rush to harvest. Ripe pears do not spoil on the tree. Due to the fact that picked pears are stored for no more than 10-12 days, they are used to make juices, jams or compotes.

The fruits are harvested in warm weather; it is advisable to do this at one time in order to avoid crop losses. After picking, be sure to inspect the pears so as not to put “healthy” fruits with rotten, broken or damaged fruit.

When the fruits begin to deteriorate, their flesh becomes dark. When transporting, experienced gardeners recommend placing pears in one row, otherwise the fruits may choke. It is permissible to freeze fruits whole or crushed. This way the taste and vitamin composition of the fruit will be preserved. At a temperature of 2 degrees, fruit can be stored in the refrigerator for about 1 month.

Advantages and disadvantages

When breeding the variety, breeders tried to instill in the pear many positive qualities that are important for the Siberian climate:

• Excellent frost resistance (-48ºС);
• Good drought resistance;
• The fruits on the branch are held tightly;
• Unforgettable taste and excellent juiciness;
• Immunity to diseases and pests.

Important! Growing conditions and climate do not affect the resistance of the Skazochnaya variety to diseases and pests.

Flaws:

• The tree is too tall and harvesting is difficult because of this;
• During transportation, fruits are easily damaged;
• The shelf life is very short.

Reviews about the variety Fairy Pear

Most gardeners speak positively about the variety, citing its resistance to diseases and pests.

★★★★★
Valery, 44 years old, gardener. During the entire time that I have three trees of this variety growing in my garden, they have not been affected by scab or gall mite.
But once my plants were affected by sooty fungus, but I managed to save the trees in time. The fruits I collect are large, juicy, and tasty. I like this variety because it is unpretentious. ★★★★★
Margarita, 34 years old, housewife. I planted a pear tree 4 years ago.
In general, I like everything about it, but there is also a drawback: it becomes difficult to harvest due to the fact that the tree grows tall. It is also not very convenient to transport fruits, because they are prone to damage. For commercial purposes, it’s not entirely good that pears don’t last long, but for myself it’s quite enough. ★★★★★
Konstantin, 32 years old, beginner gardener. I bought the Fairytale pear variety three years ago; the seller recommended it to me.
The fruits are very large, weighing up to 200 g. The peel is dense, but damaged very easily. The pears are juicy, tasty, and smell nice. I like to cut them into pieces and drizzle them with honey - a delicious treat. This dessert makes me happy every fall, and it also recharges me with healthy vitamins. Hide

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Planting and care

The Fairytale pear variety is propagated by different methods. The seed and vegetative methods are perfect . For seed propagation, seedlings are used as a rootstock. It is necessary to apply seed stratification. Planting takes place in the autumn.

It should be remembered that when propagating from seeds, the properties of the mother plants will not be preserved.

In the vegetative method, propagation by shoots and buds is used. This involves budding the variety onto the eyes of the tree. With this method, it is necessary to take into account the compatibility of varieties.

Characteristic

Soviet scientists developed the Nika variety; this pear is included in the State Register and zoned for the Central Region with black earth soils. Nick's dwarf pear is primarily distinguished by its compact size - the tree grows only three to four meters in height. The appearance of the plant is also unusual - a spherical crown formed by skeletal branches extending from the trunk almost at a right angle.

Full characteristics of the Nika pear:

• shoots are of medium thickness, the trunk is covered with brown bark, the leaves are in the shape of a slightly pointed oval, slightly curved;
• the surface of the sheet is smooth, without a glossy sheen;
• Nika blooms with large white inflorescences;
• with age, the crown of a pear tree thins out - this is a characteristic feature of the variety;
• the shape of the fruit is regular, pear-shaped;
• the mass of fruits of the Nika variety is large - on average, 180 grams;
• when unripe, pears are colored green, reddish spots clearly appear on the peel, ripe fruits are yellow;
• the peel on the fruit is thin, smooth, there is a small layer of wax;
• the pulp of the fruit is creamy, with a delicate texture, very juicy;
• the taste qualities of Nika's pear are high: inside it is sweet and sour, without grain, with light notes of nutmeg;
• Nika should be harvested in mid-late September;
• consumer ripeness of the fruits occurs only in October - pears need to lie down to ripen;
• even when ripe, fruits filled with juice do not fall off the branches, therefore, if the weather permits, you can postpone the harvest until October;
• The harvest can be stored for three to four months;
• storage conditions - dry and dark room or storage with a constant temperature of 0 degrees;
• the productivity of the Nika variety is high;
• the fruiting phase of the variety begins early - 4-5 years after planting the tree;
• The tree has high frost resistance - Nika is able to withstand cold temperatures down to -38 degrees;
• Nika is resistant to fungal infections such as scab and entomosporiasis;
• This variety of pear is not demanding on soil composition, but does not like heavy waterlogging;
• the variety is partially self-sterile, that is, for good and stable harvests, Nika needs pollinating pears that will bloom at the same time;
• The purpose of the fruits is universal: fruits make aromatic jams, confitures, they can be used as a filling, made into wine or juice, or made into marmalade.

Advantages and disadvantages

Reviews from gardeners about Nika's pear are mostly positive. Owners of orchards note that this variety is problem-free and unpretentious: Nika is very easy to grow, it requires practically no care, and the tree rarely gets sick.

Nick's pear has several advantages:

• good frost resistance, which makes it possible not to cover trees in the central part of the country (including in the Moscow region);
• ability to regenerate - frostbitten branches quickly recover and begin to bear fruit;
• the fruits are stored for a long time and retain excellent presentation until spring;
• the tree has a strong immunity to fungal diseases;
• the fruits receive high tasting scores (not lower than 4.5 points out of five possible).

Like all garden crops, Nika has its own small disadvantages. Gardeners include:

• the need for regular crown pruning;
• Nicky's need for pollinators.

Of course, against the backdrop of the extreme unpretentiousness and listed advantages of Nick’s pear, all its disadvantages seem insignificant. Due to this, the variety is often grown both in private farms and in large gardens.

Description

Let's get acquainted with the distinctive features of the variety.

Selection

The Fairytale pear was created in our homeland by domestic developer-breeders. The variety was bred specifically for northern conditions, so its cold resistance is at a high level.

In this case, the “parents” were such varieties as “Povislaya” and “Nezhnaya” - one variety gave the Skazochnaya pear high yield, the second - resistance to frost. The variety was bred in the Urals.

Let us note that the variety was a real breakthrough - the pear turned out to be so successful that it is now grown with pleasure throughout the country. Including in harsh Siberia, famous for its frosts.

Characteristics of wood

• The Fairy Pear grows quite tall - often reaching 4 meters or more.
• The crown of the plant has a pyramidal shape, the shoots are straight, directed upward.
• The bark is brown in color and slightly flaky - this is not a defect, but a varietal characteristic of the plant.
• The foliage is dark green and small.
• The plant blooms late, which helps protect the pear from return frosts.

Description of fruits

• The fruits have a yellowish-green tint, which is, in principle, characteristic of the crop.
• The fruits are quite large in size, weight can reach up to 200 grams. Note that there are specimens that reach 250 grams in weight.
• The fruits are elastic to the touch, however, there is no rigidity.
• The peel is dense, a little rough.
• The pulp is tender, semi-oily, easily injured by blows or falls. It is important to know that fruits of this variety can only be transported by placing them in soft material. Otherwise they won't get there.
• The taste of the fruit is excellent - the pulp is sweet and juicy.

Yield characteristics

The fairy pear is a fast-growing variety; you won’t have to wait long for fruiting. 4 years after rooting, the young tree bears its first harvest.

The yield level increases every year, and by the age of ten, the pear enters its peak fruiting phase. And then every year the tree bears approximately the same amount of fruit. 10-12 kg of pears are removed from one adult specimen.

The fruits can be collected at the end of August. If the weather is warm and dry, you can take your time harvesting the fruits, since they do not spoil when hanging on the branches.

The crop has a universal use: pears are suitable both for fresh consumption and for preparing preparations. But it is important to remember that they cannot be stored fresh for a long time - a maximum of 10 days.

To preserve fruits for a longer period, you can use the following methods:

• freeze whole or in pieces;
• store in the refrigerator in the vegetable compartment - but no more than a month.

Stability characteristics

As has already been mentioned several times, the Fairytale pear is highly resistant to cold weather. Observations were made, during which it turned out that even at a temperature of -48.3 degrees, the freezing of the plant was only 2%. Even if the pear branches partially freeze over the winter, the plant recovers surprisingly quickly in the spring.

Drought resistance is also at a high level. In addition, the variety is not affected by such a pest as the gall pear mite.

The variety is able to resist diseases such as:

• scab;
• rot;
• rust.

The pear has fabulous innate immunity to these diseases.

Other Features

Pear Fairytale has a non-capricious, unpretentious disposition. There are usually no special problems with its cultivation.

The plant produces very tasty fruits, with dessert pulp, according to experts. Note that the fruits can hang on the branches without falling off for a long time. This feature allows the gardener to schedule the most appropriate time for harvesting without fear of a large number of falls.

There is also a disadvantage - and this is the tallness of the tree. Due to the fact that the pear reaches 4 meters or more, difficulties arise with harvesting. Another drawback is the low shelf life of the fruits and their tendency to rot due to bruises or falls.

The variety is self-fertile, that is, you can do without pollinators. However, to guarantee a good harvest, it still doesn’t hurt to plant pollinators nearby. The following pear varieties can serve in this capacity:

• Krasulya;
• Rainbow;
• Northerner.

The listed plants bloom at approximately the same time as the “Fairytale” one.