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Pyrus calleryana 'Aristocrat'

Aristocrat Pear

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Information by:         Photographer: Norman's Nursery

 

Description

This deciduous tree is pyramidal with open, spreading branches and stands 40' high x 25' wide. It has a deep red fall color and white flowers. Medum to fine textured leaves. Waxy green foliage with distinctly wavy edge.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

Black

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low, Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Meadow, Ranch, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Showy Flowers, Specimen, Standard

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Entry, Foundation, Lawn, Parking Strip, Patio, Park, Raised Planter, Street Tree

Special Uses

Shade Tree, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Give your sprinkler system a checkup when turning it on in the spring and occasionally during the summer.

Trim branches that are obstructing spray patterns and raise sprinklers that are too low for spray to clear the grass.