2019 Yellowstone Arboretum Accessions
Autumn Blaze Pear
A# 2019-006 Z44
GPS 45D 43' 56"N / 108D 37' 16" W
Latin name: Pyrus calleryana
Family: Rosaceae
Common name: Autumn Blaze Pear
Origin: Native to Asia
Location: South of Children's Garden
Number in accession: 1
Assigned: Z44
Staus: Large container
Source: Good Earth Works (MUCFA Grant)
Culture
Best grown in humusy, well-drained loams with consistent moisture in full sun. Tolerates some drought once established. Adaptable to a wide range of soil conditions including heavy clays. Generally tolerant of urban conditions. Early spring flowers may be damaged by frost. Prune as needed in winter.
This 5 inch Pear provides overall benefits of:
$21 every year.
Common Name: callery pear
Type: Tree
Family: Rosaceae
Zone: 5 to 9
Height: 25.00 to 35.00 feet
Spread: 13.00 to 16.00 feet
Bloom Time: April
Bloom Description: White
Sun: Full sun
Water: Dry to medium
Maintenance: Low
Suggested Use: Street Tree, Flowering Tree
Flower: Showy
Leaf: Good Fall
Attracts: Birds
Tolerate: Drought, Clay Soil, Air Pollution