The harvesting season for Pyrus salicifolia (willowleaf pear) typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.
willowleaf pear
Pyrus salicifolia
The willowleaf pear (Pyrus salicifolia) is a medium-sized evergreen tree with an upright shape and dark green, leathery leaves that resemble willow leaves. The bark is grey and scaly. In the spring, this tree is covered with fragrant white flowers. Its small, round fruits ripen from green to yellow in autumn and are edible and sweet-tart. The willowleaf pear makes an attractive ornamental with its graceful, compact shape and shiny foliage. It is also tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions and is easy to maintain.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Air Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Cutting,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 7
Flowers:
Cream to greenish-white Flowers
Sun:
part shade,full sun
Fruits:
green,yellow Fruits In Summer Ready In Fall
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Maintenance:
Moderate
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Willowleaf pear (Pyrus salicifolia) should receive approximately 1 inch of water per week, either from rainfall or watering. Watering should take place in the early morning. This will give the water a chance to be absorbed by the soil before the warm day temperatures evaporate it. During hot, dry periods, an additional half inch of water can be added each week to prevent the soil from drying out too much.
sunlight
Willowleaf pear needs full sun to about 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. In climates with hot summers, it is best to plant these trees in locations that provide some afternoon shade. In climates with mild winters, the trees can handle light shade from nearby buildings or trees. When planted in its native climate, the willowleaf pear will do best when receiving at least 4-6 hours of full sun per day.
pruning
Willowleaf pear trees should be pruned in late winter or early spring, when the tree is still dormant. Heavy pruning should not be done more than once every 5 to 10 years. When pruning, remove any dead, damaged, or diseased branches, as well as any branches that cross or rub against each other. In addition, remove suckers and water sprouts, and trim back any large branches that become too tall or wide. Finally, thin out the canopy to allow more air and sunlight to reach the inner growth.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Willowleaf pear typically starts flowering in April.
Harvest Fruit
The harvesting season for Pyrus salicifolia (willowleaf pear) typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.
