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supposed to be of Belgian origin. Fruit medium size to large, obtuse 

 pyriform, and ripens at mid-season. Skin nearly covered with reddish- 

 brown russet, and red on the sunny side. Flesh yellowish-white, juicy, 



Flemish Be;iutv. 



tender, sugary, with a rich flavour. Tree hardy, robust, bears early, and 

 is a wonderfully free bearer. An excellent variety, but the fruit must be 

 gathered somewhat earlier than most Pears,* as if left too long it becomes 

 inferior. 



Fondante d'Antomne (Arbre Superbe, ]>elle Lucrative, Bcrgctmotte 

 Fievee, />erf/amofte Lucrative. l>eurre (TAlbret}. An excellent Flemish 

 dessert Pear. Fruit medium size, varying in form from globular to 

 obtuse-pyriform, and ripens late in the summer. Skin pale green, with 

 light patches of russet. Flesh white, juicy, melting, with a rich sugary 

 flavour. Tree moderately vigorous and a free bearer. 



Forelle (Trout Pear}. An excellent German variety called Trout Pear 

 from its speckled appearance. Fruit medium size, ovate-pyriform, ripens 

 in the autumn, and keeps well. Skin bright yellow, with red dots, and 

 washed with red on the sunny side. Flesh white, melting, juicy, slightly 

 vinous, and well flavoured. Tree hardy, robust, and prolific. 



