Flowering pear (Callery pear, Pyrus calleryana) is a fast-growing, deciduous ornamental from China and Vietnam. Prized for its pyramidal/oval shape, early spring clouds of white flowers, and brilliant fall foliage, it fits narrow spaces and urban settings. Non-fruiting (pea-sized inedible fruit on some cultivars). Belongs to the apple subfamily (Maloideae). Most bloom in early spring; hardy in zones 5–8.
Original, fast-growing, 30–40 ft, 15-year lifespan. Profuse white flowers; yellow fall color. Structurally weak—prone to storm breakage. Pest/pollution resistant.
Improved Bradford. 2005 Urban Tree of the Year. Upright, 40 ft tall × 15 ft wide. Strong branch structure; no messy fruit drop. Creamy white flowers; purplish-red fall foliage. Pea-sized inedible fruit.
Brilliant red fall color (3+ weeks), then deep burgundy. Round, 45 ft × 30 ft. Full sun only. Less breakage; 30-year lifespan. Grown more for foliage than flowers.
Year-round appeal. Foul-smelling spring flowers; shiny deep-purplish fall leaves. Sturdy, wide pyramidal, 35–45 ft. Withstands harsh winters. Great for streets.
New hybrid, only 20 ft. Tight rounded form for small spaces. Smaller flowers; striking reddish-orange fall color.
Smallest: 15 ft, slow-growing. Upright oval for sidewalks/yards. Creamy white flowers; purple winter leaves; dark green summer foliage. Disease-resistant.
Large white flowers; symmetrical pyramidal, 35 ft. Glossy green leaves turn yellow/gold/dark-red in fall. Easy maintenance; ideal for residential streets.
Narrow columnar, thornless, 25–35 ft × 8–10 ft. White 5-petaled flowers; green foliage year-round; reddish-purple to bronze fall color. Susceptible to wind breakage and fireblight.
Choose a cultivar matched to your space, climate, and seasonal priorities—each delivers a spectacular spring show and autumn finale.
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