as soon as the ground has thawed out really. Dont forget to dig the hole at least half as big again as the pot so the roots have room to grow.

And you forgot to add, Eileen, to sprinkle just a little blood fish and bone (or similar) in the hole to give it just that little extra kick in rooting. :o)

And keep the tree frost free.....Especially the roots

thank u for ur answers about my pear tree will get cracking and get it planted..i use fish,blood&bone on lots od things its brilliant stuff.