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Pyrus ussuriensis

Prairie Gemâ„¢ Ussurian Pear

Tree Characteristics

Leaves:

Deciduous

Height:

6 - 8m

Width:

6 - 8m

Growth Rate:

Tree Tolerances

Plant Hardiness Zone:

3, 4, 5, 6

Shade Tolerance:

Full Sun

pH Tolerance:

Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)

Drought Tolerance:

Very High

Flooding Tolerance:

Moderate

Salt Spray Tolerance:

Unknown

Soil Salt Tolerance:

Unknown

Planting site and Native Range

Planting Site:

Parks, Highway, Residential, Wide Median, Restricted Urban Site

Native to Ontario:

No

Native to North America:

No

Insects and Diseases

No serious or common issues in the urban environment. Good resistance to fireblight.

Management Notes

None of significance