Bradford Flowering Pear

11/07/2013 | Ken Lain, mountain gardener Tips, Trees, Uncategorized

30 second plant tip of the day – Bradford Flowering Pear – Pyrus calleryana

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Excellent lawn and shade tree displays outstanding clusters of white flowers early in season and terrific fall foliage color. Pyramidal shape when young, developing a broad canopy with age. Versatile garden addition that produces no edible fruit.

Looks beautiful in autumn and is very easy to grow!  Deciduous.