Sensation pear trees

Pyrus communis

Sensation is a red-coloured sport (natural mutation) of the popular Williams pear variety.

The skin has a red flush and the leaves may also develop a red tint.

The flavour is very good, and growth characteristics are similar to Williams.

Sensation pear trees for sale

All pot-grown trees are suitable for planting out in the garden, some are suitable for growing in containers.

PG12-year bush-trained 11.5L pot-grown tree Quince Eline rootstock £42.50
Medium tree (2m-3m after 10 years)
PG22-year bush-trained 12L pot-grown tree Quince A rootstock £41.00
Large tree (3m-4m after 10 years)
PG3Premium half-standard 12L pot-grown tree Quince A rootstock £46.00
Large tree (3m-4m after 10 years)
Out of stock

BR11-year bare-root tree Quince Eline rootstock £22.95
Medium tree (2m-3m after 10 years)
Out of stock
BR21-year bare-root tree Pyrodwarf rootstock £21.45
Large tree (3m-4m after 10 years)

Like Williams, Sensation can be grown throughout the drier areas of the UK.

Australia. 1940s.

Climate suitabilityTemperate climatesWarm climates
Summer average maximum temperaturesCool ( 20-24C / 68-75F)Warm (25-30C / 76-85F)
Frost resistance of blossomGood resistance