Pyrus

calleryana Capital

Ornamental Pear

FEATURES:

A hardy, conical shaped slender tree growing to a height of 10 metres. Leaves are a dark glossy green, changing to orange through to reds and purples in Autumn. Clusters of pretty single white flowers are borne in Spring giving a spectacular display.

HEIGHT x WIDTH:

10 metres x 3 metres

SHAPE:

Conical

FOLIAGE:

Leaves are a dark glossy green, changing to orange through to reds and purples in Autumn.

COMMENTS:

Suitable for medium sized gardens and used for driveways and street trees. The narrow habit will suit smaller areas for landscaping. Tolerant to most soil types and air pollution. Disease resistant.

TREE CARE:

Plant in a well drained and well worked soil. Take care to plant the bud union above the soil level. Water in well and keep soil moist until tree is established. Fertilize when planting and again after new growth appears. Prune tree when planting to encourage new growth.