would an espaliered pear tree damage house foundations?

[reddemonsinthegarden]

That's it, really. I have an otherwise perfect southfacing patch, which is directly outside my door! Would it be wise to plant one there? and if it IS ok, do I need two plants for cross-pollination?

[Talkinpeace]

highly unlikely
and depends on the variety

[Rhubarbgarden]

It'll be fine. Anglesey Abbey has the most amazing and huge espaliered pear growing up the side of it. It is magnificent and ancient.

[Rhubarbgarden]

Anglesey Abbey pear tree

[ErrolTheDragon]

Depends on the soil (esp if clay) and the structure of your building (eg depth of the foundations).

But presumably an espaliered pear would be kept very small?

[reddemonsinthegarden]

thanks, everyone, for your replies.
yes, it would be a small tree, as the width available is only about6-8 foot.