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Pyrus calleryana

Family Rosaceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level
Height 9 - 15 m (30 - 50 ft)
Spread 7.5 - 11 m (25 - 35 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The tree Pyrus calleryana (callery pear) yields 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 (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 . Pyrus calleryana is tolerant of drought, compacted soil, pollution and salt.
Cautions Pyrus calleryana (callery pear) has thorns and you may wish to wear gloves when handling. Position this plant to be less accessible to avoid injury to children or pets.