I have a similar question. I have some pears that grew out the top of a 5 foot tube in year one. I understand the central leader part but at what height should I top this tree to encourage lateral branches. Or should I not top it at this point. Again they are about 5 1/2 feet.
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You might look at Sunbright farms. I think they are in Bowling Green. You can find them online. I bought some wild crab and wild deer pear from them last year. All 15 of my bareroot seedlings are still alive. I used 5 foot tubes and most of the pears came out the top in one growing season...