
Cleveland Select Flowering Pear
Pyrus calleryana Cleveland Select
The Cleveland Select Flowering Pear is a fast-growing, ornamental tree renowned for its stunning spring blossoms and symmetrical, upright form.
Size
Installation
About this plant
Elevate your landscape with the quintessential elegance of the Cleveland Select Flowering Pear. This highly desirable ornamental tree offers a spectacular display with an abundance of pure white flowers in early spring, creating a breathtaking focal point that heralds the arrival of the season. Its dense, dark green foliage provides a lush backdrop throughout the summer, maintaining a refined and tidy appearance. As autumn approaches, the leaves transform into brilliant shades of orange and red, offering a vibrant burst of color before they fall. Its naturally pyramidal to oval shape requires minimal pruning, making it an excellent choice for street plantings, property borders, or as a striking specimen in your garden. Hardy and adaptable, the Cleveland Select Flowering Pear thrives in various conditions, offering a high-impact aesthetic with relatively low maintenance. Choose 'A Cut Above' for a tree that promises year-round beauty and sophisticated appeal.
Care & maintenance
Generally low maintenance. Prune in late winter or early spring to remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Minimal shaping may be desired to maintain its natural pyramidal form. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer.
Quick facts
- Type
- tree
- Mature height
- 30-40 ft
- Mature width
- 15-20 ft
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Average. Water regularly during dry periods, especially in the first few years after planting.
- Growth rate
- Fast