Pyrus, communis, Ayers - #7

Tree Description:

Size and Shape:
- Medium-sized tree with a rounded shape.

Leaves:
- Medium-sized, oval, glossy green leaves.

Flowers:
- Spring blossoms are small and creamy white.

Fruit:
- Medium-sized pears with yellow skin and a red blush.
- Sweet, slightly tart flesh.

Hardiness:
- Thrives in USDA zones 5-8.

Winter Care:
- Protect against winter damage with trunk wrap and late winter pruning.

**Tree arrives dormant in 7-gallon pot**

Tree Care:

Planting:
- Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil.
- Space trees 15-20 feet apart.
- Plant at the same depth as in the nursery.

Watering:
- Keep soil consistently moist.
- Water deeply at the base.

Fertilizing:
- Use balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
- Avoid over-fertilizing.

Pruning:
- Prune during late winter.
- Remove dead, crowded branches.

Mulching:
- Apply organic mulch around the base.
- Keep it away from the trunk.

Pest and Disease Control:
- Regularly inspect for pests and diseases.
- Apply controls as needed.

Thinning:
- Thin fruit during the growing season.

Harvesting:
- Pick when firm, yellow with a reddish blush.

Winter Care:
- Protect from winter damage.
- Prune in late winter.