Species of Ornamental Pear
Summary data
| Ornamental Pear Family | ||
|---|---|---|
| Species | Size | Basic Requirements |
| Callery Pear (Pyrus calleryana) | Mature height 30 to 50’ with a spread of 20 to 35’. Growth rate is moderate. | Zones Full sun, not very demanding of soil type. Good tolerance of compacted, dry, or poorly drained soils. |
| Ussurian Pear (Pyrus ussuriensis) | Mature height is 25 to 35’ with a spread of 25 to 35’. Annual growth rate is 12 to 18 inches | Zones: 3 through 6, full sun, tolerant of a broad range of soil conditions. Fairly tolerant of poorly drained soils. |