Pyrus calleryana 'Autumn Blaze'

Callery Pear

Tips for Homeowners:

Prune when dormant. 

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'Autumn Blaze' exhibits its beautiful fall color earlier than other pears and is completely defoliated by mid-fall.  It is susceptible to fireblight.

  • Large rounded shape
  • Earlier dormancy and better fall color than most pears
  • Very cold hardy

Good shade tree for a large yard.

Height: 25-30 ft
Spread: 20-25 ft
Zone: 4-8
Color: White

Interesting Notes about Callery Pear:

The ornamental pear was introduced in the U.S. as an attempt to improve fireblight resistance in the common fruit producing pear.  Instead the tree was introduced into the landscape trade and caught on fast because it lead to overplanting which lead to invasiveness.  The tree is prone to limb breakage caused from high winds and ice and snow storms.  Hybrids are introduced to either produce sterile flowers or to improve the wood strength.


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Specimen
  • Fall Color
  • Great Foliage

Foliage Color:

  • Red
  • Green

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Songbirds

Habit:

  • Upright

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Fall

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water
  • Moist, Well-Drained