Species dwarf pear Guide

dwarf pear

Pyrus communis 'Moonglow'

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Grafting Propagation,Layering Propagation,Cutting,Tissue Culture,Air Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

5 - 8

Flowers:

White Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Fruits:

green,red,yellow Fruits Ready In Fall

Edible:

Yes

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

High

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Water your dwarf pear (Pyrus communis 'Moonglow') deeply every 7 to 10 days. Aim to keep the soil evenly moist, but not soggy. Additional water may be needed during times of extreme heat. To check if the plant needs water, insert your index finger into the soil -- if it comes out dry, it's time to water.

sunlight

Dwarf pear (Pyrus communis 'Moonglow') plants prefer full sun exposure, meaning that they need at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day for optimal growth. In areas where the sun is strongest, it is best to provide some afternoon shade by planting near trees or a building. The amount of sunlight a dwarf pear needs will also depend on the season and temperature, as some protection may be necessary during hot summer months to prevent the plant from drying out. As for the timing, the best time for a dwarf pear to receive its sunlight is between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., when the sun is highest and brightest.

pruning

Dwarf pear trees (Pyrus communis 'Moonglow') should be pruned annually in late winter or early spring before they leaf out. Pruning should mainly focus on removing dead or broken branches, and thinning out crowded or crossed branches. It is important to prune only branches that need it, as this will promote fruiting, maintain an aesthetically pleasing shape, and promote maximum sun exposure. To shape the shrub, remove branches growing toward the center and side branches growing higher than the main structure. To maintain size, remove up to 1-third of the largest branches. If necessary, large branches can also be headed back to the desired height.