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Pyrus communis

Edible Pear, Commom or European Pea

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Connon Nursery

 

Description

Common edible pear. Long-lived if properly pruned and managed. 'Bartlett' developed from a chance seedling in the 1700s is still the world's favorite eating cultivar.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

Pink, White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green, Red

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Green

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Full

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Background

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.