Pyrus salicifolia 'Pendula'
weeping willow-leaved pear
This small, spreading weeping pear has delicate, weeping branches and silver grey, willow-like foliage. In April and May it's covered in creamy white flowers, followed by inedible green fruit. An ideal specimen tree for small urban gardens, particularly those based on a white or grey colour scheme, it copes well with pollution and alkaline soils.
How to care for Pyrus salicifolia Pendula:
In late winter or early spring remove misplaced or crossing branches to build up a healthy, permanent framework.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
5m
Eventual spread:
4m
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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