Pyrus communis |
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Edible Pear, Commom or European Pea |
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.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
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
Low, 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:
Group plants in your garden according to water needs (hydrozone).