Pyrus calleryana 'Chanticleer'

Callery Pear

'Glen's Form' PP2489

Tips for Homeowners:

Prune when dormant.

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An attractive ornamental tree with good resistance to fireblight. 

  • Upright narrow form
  • Profuse flowering
  • Red to purple fall foliage

A smaller shade tree ideal for small landscapes.

Height: 25-35 ft
Spread: 13-16 ft
Zone: 5-9
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
  • Great Foliage
  • Fall Color

Foliage Color:

  • Green
  • Red
  • Purple

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Songbirds

Habit:

  • Upright

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Spring

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Fall

Soil Moisture:

  • Moist, Well-Drained
  • Average Water