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Pyrus betulaefolia Southworth Dancer

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Botanical Name: Common Names:

Pyrus betulaefolia Southworth Dancer Ornamental Pear,

Native: Foliage Type:

No Deciduous

Plant Type: Plant Habit:

Trees Pyramida

Description:

Deciduous ornamental pear with birch-like leaves that turn yellow in autumn. Pretty white spring blossoms appear later than other pears. A great choice for a feature tree in residential or commercial sites. Grows to approx. 7m H x 4.5m W.

Mature Height: Mature Width:

4-10m 4-10m

Position: Soil Type:

Full Sun, Semi Shade Well Drained

Landscape Use(s)

Borders / Shrubbery, Courtyard, Cut Flower, Feature, Foliage Feature / Colour, Verge, Container / Pot

Pests & Diseases: Aphids, Borers

Cultural Notes:

Plant Care

Annual slow release fertiliser, Keep moist during dry periods, Mulch well

Family Name: Origin:

Rosaceae Asia

Characteristics

Foliage Colour: Green

Flower Colour: White

Flower Fragrant: No

Flowering Season: Spring

Fruit: Yes

Requirements Tolerances

Growth Rate: Moderate

Maintenance Level: Low

Water Usage: Low

Drought: High

Frost: High

Wind: Medium / Moderate

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