Pyrus calleryana 'Bradford'

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Bradford Callery Pear

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Norman's Nursery

 

Description

The 'Bradford' is a deciduous tree that grows to a size of 30'-50' tall. Profuse clusters of single white flowers bloom in the spring from noticeably sweeping branches. Glossy green leaves turn maroon in the fall. This tree needs to be pruned regularly to maintain a pleasing shape; thin overcrowded interior branches to prevent splitting.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

25-40', 40-60'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

Grey

 

Fruit Color

Brown

 

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Full

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees, Messy

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Japanese, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Showy Flowers, Specimen, Standard

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Lawn, Park

 

Special Uses

Shade Tree

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.