Botanical Name: Pyrus communis
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Common Name: Edible Pear  
Plant photo of: Pyrus communis
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Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • 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

Information by: Stephanie Duer
Photographer: Connon Nursery

  • Description

  • Notes

This plant is the common edible pear. It is long-lived if properly pruned and managed.