Several years ago I inhereted 4 potted pear trees, the varieties I believe are 'Buerre Hardy' and 'Comice'; two of which flowerd earlier in the year. I've now inspected all 4, and all are showing signs of new growth one would expect in spring; one which flowered earlier now has 3 flower buds almost ...

I can't help you directly, but useful background reading is 'maple syrup' in Wikipedia

There's a cash'n'carry retailer called 'Makro', they sell coriander and two types of mustard seeds (yellow and black) in 665g containers for around £4.50 each (the coriander could be cheaper). I've successfully germinated all three types. Unfortunately access to the store requires a trade card, if y...