Pear November winter

After the apple, the most beloved and widespread fruit in domestic gardens is the pear. Pear trees are unpretentious to climatic features, so they can be grown almost throughout Our Country. Among the many modern varieties, it is difficult to choose something specific; usually gardeners prefer old proven pears as their first experience. One of these varieties is November Winter pear, which has a number of advantages: winter hardiness, early maturity and good resistance to external factors.

A detailed description of the November Winter pear variety, photos of fruits and trees, as well as reviews of gardeners about it can be found in this article. Here all the arguments in favor of the Noyabrsky variety will be given, it will be told how to plant this pear and how to care for it.

Characteristics of the pear variety

The Noyabrskaya Zimnyaya pear was selected by domestic scientists in the Far East region. This variety is almost seventy years old, it has not lost its popularity over the years.

The “parents” of the variety were Dekanka Zimnyaya and Ussuriyskaya pear, which indicates the strong frost resistance and unpretentiousness of Noyabrskaya, which makes it possible to grow the variety even in the difficult conditions of Primorye and the Far East.

Detailed description:

• the tree is tall, sprawling, powerful;
• the shape of the crown is wide-pyramidal, rounded;
• skeletal branches depart from the tree trunk at almost a right angle;
• leaf plates are dense, the shape of the leaf is round or oval;
• pears appear on two- or three-year-old branches;
• seedlings enter the fruiting phase 2-3 years after planting – the variety is fast-growing;
• the yield of the November pear is high and regular – every year the tree pleases with an abundant amount of fruits (up to 60 kg from each tree);
• the size of the fruits themselves is small – the average weight is only 80 grams, but in a warmer climate, November Winter pears are much larger – up to 350 grams;
• the shape of the fruit is ovoid, the pear is unequal-sided, ribbed, there may be grooves and stripes on the peel;
• the color of a ripe November Winter is yellowish-green, a crimson blush may be present on one side of the fruit;
• dark dots are visible over the entire surface of the peel;
• the pulp is painted white, rather dense, but juicy and oily;
• the taste of the Noyabrsky variety is good, sweet and sour, the fruit is very fragrant;
• in terms of ripening, the November pear is classified as late autumn or early winter varieties – you need to harvest at the end of autumn;
• if the weather in the region does not allow keeping the crop on the tree, it can be harvested as early as September;
• the November pear ripens perfectly in storage, for this it will take at least a month;
• the fruits of this variety are stored very well – the fruits can remain in their presentation until the beginning of February (the fruits are stored in the freezer until April-May);
• the purpose of the fruits is universal: Noyabrskaya is very good both fresh and in jams, compotes, in the form of dried fruits, the fruits retain their integrity even after defrosting;
• the resistance of Noyabrskaya to fungal diseases and scab is high, and the variety is also immune to bacterial burn;
• frost resistance is good, tree roots are considered especially resistant to cold;
• it is not recommended to plant a variety in the lowlands – plains or hills are chosen for this pear.

Thanks to this set of characteristics, the November pear can be grown in almost any area and in any climate. This variety is found throughout the European Union, in Ukraine, Belarus, in the southern, central and northern regions of Our Country. November Winter, by right, is considered a reference variety.

Strengths and weaknesses of the variety

The above characteristics of the November Winter pear fully justify the wide popularity of this variety. The Winter Pear has a lot of advantages, such as:

• precocity – seedlings quickly enter the fruiting phase;
• yield – the number of fruits is not a record high, but quite high and, most importantly, stable from year to year;
• tree shoots are resistant to sunburn, which protects the pear from damage in the spring;
• strong immunity to fungal infections and scab allows you to safely grow fruits in regions with high humidity and low temperatures;
• strong petioles hold the fruits very securely – Noyabrsky pears do not crumble even during the monsoon rainy season;
• the harvested crop can be stored for several months;
• the fruits ripen perfectly in storage, which allows you to save the crop in a difficult climate;
• the good taste of pears makes it possible to attribute the Noyabrsky Zimny ​​variety to table varieties;
• the strongest “trump card” of the variety is its winter hardiness – the roots of the tree do not freeze even in the northern regions of the country.

The Noyabrskaya pear variety is one of the best in Europe, but this variety also has its drawbacks. In general, reviews of the variety are positive, but some gardeners note the following:

• not the strongest frost resistance of the crown and trunk – in a humid and cold climate, trees are pressed to the ground and covered for the winter (in the Amur region, for example);
• unequal fruit sizes;
• not very attractive appearance of pears (heterogeneity of shape, ribbing of the peel and inclusions on the surface of the fruit);
• the need for pollinators, without which the tree will not bear fruit at all.

Despite these shortcomings, the November Winter pear is grown everywhere and in large volumes. Unpretentiousness is considered to be the most important quality in the description of this variety.

Growing rules

Growing November Winter is not difficult at all, so this variety is perfect even for beginner gardeners. Particular attention should be paid to the self-infertility of this pear – pear trees with suitable flowering periods must necessarily grow on or near the site.

Planting a tree

It is better to plant Noyabrskaya on the south side of the site, choosing a place located on a small hill and protected from the north wind or draft.

Landing steps should be as follows:

1. Six months before planting a seedling, it is necessary to dig a hole. Its dimensions should be comparable to the root system of a tree, on average, it is 70×70 cm.
2. The pit is filled with a mixture of soil, humus, superphosphate, wood ash and potash fertilizer.
3. A peg is set in the center of the pit, a seedling will subsequently be tied to it.
4. They put the seedling in the center and straighten its roots.
5. Gradually sprinkle the root system of the seedling with earth, leaving 2-3 cm to the root collar.
6. Tie the tree to a stake.
7. Water and mulch the soil around the tree.

In the first summer after planting, the November pear must be watered 3-4 times. Every time before watering, the soil is loosened to improve soil aeration.

pear tree care

The primary task of the gardener is to create conditions for the normal development of the pear tree and minimize the risk of disease. In order for the tree to quickly enter the fruiting phase, develop normally and please with stable yields, it needs the following care:

1. Pear Noyabrskaya loves slightly moist soil, so it is recommended to water it during periods of drought. Irrigation by sprinkling is especially favorable, when the tree receives moisture not only through the roots, but also through the leaves.

   

2. While the pear is young, you need to regularly remove weeds around it. Grass will not cause any harm to mature trees, but it is better to loosen the soil around the trunk.
3. Pruning is especially important for young trees. In the first year after planting, the gardener should take up the formation of the crown. In a one-year-old seedling, the central shoot is halved, and skeletal branches are formed in two-year-old trees. If you shorten all shoots by 10-15 cm annually, you can achieve faster tree development and early fruiting. In mature pears of the Noyabrskaya Zimnyaya variety, old, dry and diseased shoots are cut out, sanitary or rejuvenating spring pruning is regularly carried out (shown in the photo).

   

4. November Winter seedlings may freeze if the winter is snowless and cold. To prevent this, the soil around the trunk is mulched with peat, the layer thickness should be about 30 cm. Mature trees, as a rule, do not need shelter.

   

5. It is necessary to feed the Noyabrskaya Zimnyaya variety with both organic matter and mineral components. In autumn, after harvesting, you can add humus, rotted manure, wood ash or compost. During the season, the soil is enriched with phosphorus, potassium, nitrogen, nitrate or urea.
6. Noyabrskaya has immunity to fungal and bacterial infections, but insects may well harm both the tree itself and the crop. To prevent this, before flowering, the crown is sprayed with special means. The treatment is repeated after a couple of weeks.

You can harvest the November pear at the end of September. But, if the weather allows, it is better not to rush: the fruits keep well on the branches and do not deteriorate.

Variety review

Conclusion

November Winter Pear is an excellent option for those who live in difficult climatic conditions. This variety performs equally well in the South, in the North and in the center of the country. The more comfortable the growing conditions, the larger and sweeter the fruits of the November Winter will be.

Growing a pear tree is not at all difficult – the variety is unpretentious and does not require special attention.