Pyrus calleryana 'Chanticleer'
Callery pear 'Chanticleer'
This narrowly conical ornamental pear is smothered in sprays of pure white flowers in April and May, followed by spherical brown fruit. The glossy, dark green leaves turn marvellous shades of purple and scarlet in autumn and are retained until winter. An excellent specimen tree for small urban gardens, it tolerates pollution and alkaline soils.
How to care for Pyrus calleryana Chanticleer:
Species pear thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, tolerates urban conditions, and benefits from regular watering during dry spells, especially when young. Dig a hole twice as wide and the same depth as the root ball, loosen the soil at the base, and backfill with a mix of native soil and compost, firming the soil gently around the roots, and water thoroughly. Stake to support the tree until stable. Mulch around the base (keeping it a few centimetres from the trunk) to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Prune lightly in late winter to maintain shape, removing any crossing or damaged branches. Fertilise in early spring with a balanced feed to encourage growth and flowering.
Please note: The decorative pot shown is not included and is for presentation purposes only. Our trees are supplied in standard nursery pots, and the images showing young trees in pots are intended to give an idea of our larger plant’s height and form on arrival. We do offer a wide range of decorative pots separately if you’d like to recreate the look, although for long-term success, trees are best planted in the ground.
Prune lightly in late winter to maintain shape, removing any crossing or damaged branches. Fertilise in early spring with a balanced feed to encourage growth and flowering.
Please note: The decorative pot shown is not included and is for presentation purposes only. Our trees are supplied in standard nursery pots, and the images showing young trees in pots are intended to give an idea of our larger plant’s height and form on arrival. We do offer a wide range of decorative pots separately if you’d like to recreate the look, although for long-term success, trees are best planted in the ground.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
15m
Eventual spread:
6m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This tree is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
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Humans/Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten
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