Pyrus calleryana ‘Redspire’
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Redspire Flowering Pear
| Evergreen-Deciduous | Deciduous |
|---|---|
| Overall Mature Size | Medium |
| Mature Height & Spread | 35' x 25' |
| Exposure | Full sun |
| Water | Medium, Low Water |
| Flower Color | White |
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Special Features | Fall Color, Low Water Use |
| Container Sizes | #15, 24" Box, 36" Box |
| Natural Growth Habit | Pyramidal |
| Sunset Garden Zones | 2B-9, 14-21 |
| Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 5A-9B |
| Plant Type | Tree |
Moderate-growing deciduous tree with a pyramidal growth habit to 35’ tall x 25’ wide. This fire blight resistant variety features glossy, wavy-edged deep-green foliage that emerges with an attractive red-tinge, and transitions through shades of orangish-yellow to reddish-purple in the cool of fall. Prized for its abundant display of especially large white flowers that appear in early-spring, prior to the emergence of its attractive deep-colored foliage. Flowers are followed by small clusters of reddish-brown ornamental fruit that persist on the tree for many months, and provide a valuable food source for various bird species. Highly-tolerant of urban conditions and a variety of soil types, and is well-suited as a lawn, parkway, street or shade tree. Though able to survive dry periods, this variety performs best with regular watering in a well-drained soil, and prefers a full sun exposure.
USDA Zone: 5A-9B
