Pyrus nivalis 'Snow Pear' Ornamental Pear
HEIGHT x WIDTH: 8metres x 5metres
SHAPE: Round
FOLIAGE: A deciduous tree with a point of difference being leaves that are slightly greyish-blue giving a silvery-green appearance, changing to bright red in Autumn.
FLOWERS: Clusters of small white blossom appear in Spring.
COMMENTS: A fine specimen tree, with spectacular autumn colour, suitable for medium sized gardens. Can be susceptible to damage in strong winds. Tolerant to most soil types and air pollution.
TREE CARE: Plant in a well drained and well worked soil. Take care to plant the bud union above the soil level. Water in well and keep soil moist until tree is established. Fertilize when planting and again after new growth appears. Prune tree when planting to encourage new growth