Pyrus calleryana Red Spire

FEATURES:

This upright pyramidal shaped tree grows to a height of 12 metres. Long pointed leaves which are a glossy dark green, turning red through to crimson in Autumn. Clusters of pretty single white flowers, tinged with pink are borne in Spring giving a spectacular display.

HEIGHT x WIDTH:

12 metres x 8 metres

SHAPE:

Pyramid

FOLIAGE:

Long pointed leaves which are a glossy dark green, turning red through to crimson in Autumn.

FLOWERS:

Clusters of pretty single white flowers, tinged with pink are borne in Spring.

COMMENTS:

Suitable for medium sized gardens and used for driveways and street trees. Tolerant to most soil types and air pollution.

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.