Pyrus, communis, Orient - #5

Tree Description:

Size and Shape:
- Medium to large-sized with a rounded, dense canopy.

Leaves:
- Oval to oblong, glossy dark green leaves.

Flowers:
- Clusters of small, fragrant, creamy white springtime flowers.

Fruit:
- Medium-sized, golden-yellow pears with smooth, sweet flesh.

Hardiness:
- Suitable for USDA zones 5 to 9.

Landscape Use:
- A valuable addition to gardens, orchards, and landscapes, offering ornamental beauty and delicious fruit for various culinary uses.

**Tree arrives dormant in 5-gallon pot**

Tree Care:

Planting:
- Choose well-draining soil with full sun.
- Space trees 20-25 feet apart.

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

Fertilizing:
- Use slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
- Avoid over-fertilization.

Pruning:
- Prune in late winter for shape and health.
- Remove crossing branches.

Mulching:
- Apply organic mulch for moisture and weed control.
- Keep mulch away from the trunk.

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

Harvesting:
- Pick when firm and ripe.

Winter Care:
- Protect from winter damage.
- Wrap trunk and prune in late winter.