Pear

Not native to Texas, Bradford pears are not long-lived, and generally only last for about 20-25 years. As they age, Bradford pears become prone to… Read More »Are Bradford Pear Trees Native To Texas?

Yes nearly all wild pears and rootstocks are thorny. How do you tell the difference between a pear tree and an apple tree? The main… Read More »Do All Pear Trees Have Thorns?

Pear trees are deciduous and usually grow to about 12m, though some can reach up to 20m. The crown of the tree is domed and… Read More »How Do I Identify A Pear Tree?

Native Alternatives for Bradford Pear & Other Exotic Flowering Trees. For alternatives to these invasive flowering trees: Bradford and callery pears (Pyrus calleryana), as well… Read More »Are There Any Trees Suitable To Replace The Bradford Pear Tree?

Size and Shape The Bradford pear grows rapidly to a height of 30 to 50 feet and a spread of 20 to 30 feet. It… Read More »Is Cleveland Pear The Same As Bradford Pear?

However, because Bradford pears keep most of their energy in their shoots and roots, there’s a chance the tree can grow back. You can have… Read More »Will Bradford Pear Tree Grow Back?

Analyze the leaves. If they are smooth and shiny on both sides, they belong to a Bradford pear. If the leaves have slightly fuzzy surfaces… Read More »What Is The Difference Between A Bradford Pear Tree And A Dogwood Tree?

Why Is This Tree so Undesirable? The Bradford pear tree is considered aggressively invasive and is included in the Tennessee Invasive Plant Council’s Invasive Plants… Read More »Why Bradford Pear Trees Are Good?

Bradford pear trees grow large at maturity — up to 30 feet high and 25 feet wide. Young, feeder roots reach as far as the… Read More »How Deep Do Bradford Pear Tree Roots Go?

They are invasive and spreading. Once you see the puffy white trees in early spring, you’ll see them everywhere. Why is SC banning pear trees?… Read More »Are Bartlett Pear Trees Invasive?