Pyrus salicifolia - 'Pendula' (Ornamental Pear)

Type	Tree, Deciduous, Flowering
Form	Weeping or Cascading Foliage, Architectural Form
Size	Small Tree (1.5 to 3m height)
Colours	White Flowers (Summer early), Grey-silver Foliage
Care	Some Maintenance Required - Tough Plant
Hardiness	Very Hardy, Drought Tolerant, Seaside Friendly
Growth	Fast Growing Plant
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Pyrus salicifolia cultivation notes: The ornamental pear will flourish in the toughest of soils include the dry and stoney, but not wet. Plant in a sunny spot, Pyrus will tolerate exposed / industrial locations.

Plant Strengths: Sun loving draught tolerant plant; Attractive autumn colour; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant; Suitable for exposed coastal planting; Attractive form or foliage for all year interest; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils; Tolerates cold exposed locations.

Common Missspellings: Pierus, Pyris, Pires, Pyres, Piyres, Pyras, Piyras