Lovely ornamental pear tree with good spring flowering display, mid-green summer foliage. It changes to reds and purples in autumn. Good for parks, gardens as well as streets and public areas.
Adaptable to a wide range of site conditions, coastal areas and air pollution. Best in full sun or semi shade.
Small fruit (~15 mm) edible (raw or cooked). The dried leaves are used to make tea.
Genus - Pyrus
Species - Betulaefolia
Common name - Birch-Leaved Pear
Pre-Treatment - Required
Hardiness zones - 5 - 8
Height - 20'-30' / 6.1m - 9.1m
Spread - 10'-20' / 3.0m - 6.1m
Plant type - Tree
Vegetation type - Deciduous
Exposure - Full Sun, Partial Shade
Growth rate - Medium
Soil PH - Acid, neutral and alkaline
Soil type - Light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay), well-drained
Water requirements - Moist
Landscape uses - Ediblr Fruits
Germination rate - 65%
Bloom season - Spring
Leaf / Flower color - Green / White