2 new additions to the fruit family...(technically, FOUR new additions!)

May we introduce the Baldwin Blackcurrant:



An old variety whose growth is quite compact but has high yields of exceptionally large fruits which can be picked from mid-July. Resistant to mildew and leaf curling midge. The fruit is apparently ideal for jams, pies and puddings. Yum!

and the Pear Family Tree - THREE varieties grafted onto ONE tree!



Conference - Dessert Pear-Fruits are long and narrow with juicy but firm flesh. Pick late September. Stores well.

Williams' Bon Chretien -Dessert Pear. As a garden tree this old English variety is a regular cropper. Excellent straight from the tree in September but does not store.

Doyenne du Comice - Dessert Pear-The Queen of Pears if you are looking for flavour. The texture and taste are truly outstanding. It does require a warm sheltered site, with other varieties to pollinate. Pick mid October.

Once we have moved the shed on the 'old' plot we plan to put the tree in its place.