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Pyrus calleryana 'Bradford'

Family Rosaceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 9 - 15 m (30 - 50 ft)
Spread 6 - 10.5 m (20 - 35 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description A flowering tree, Pyrus calleryana 'Bradford' (callery pear) contributes a spectacular display as well as structure to your garden design. The tree Pyrus calleryana 'Bradford' (callery pear) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during early spring to mid-spring. This plant is pyramidal in form and has showy, glossy and medium textured foliage that is deep green in colour. The bark is smooth in texture. Pyrus calleryana 'Bradford' (callery pear) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Shade, specimen and street planting.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Pyrus calleryana 'Bradford' . Pyrus calleryana 'Bradford' is tolerant of drought, compacted soil, pollution and salt. In autumn, Pyrus calleryana 'Bradford' is alight with fall colour.
Cautions Thorns can make Pyrus calleryana 'Bradford' (callery pear) difficult to handle and careful planning of its siting in the garden will reduce the risk of injuries to children or pets. The growth rate of Pyrus calleryana 'Bradford' (callery pear) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.