Pyrus communis subsp. caucasica

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Tree, DeciduousFamily: Roseaceae

Height: 2mSpread: 1m
Hardy

Flower colour:

White

Foliage colour:

Green

Position

Sun Exposure:

Full sun

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Soil

Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Ornamental pear, Pyrus communis subsp. caucasica, has a dark grey to black trunk and glossy dark green serrated leaves. In April it bears a profusion of single white blooms, which are a magnet for pollinators. These are followed by edible, albeit tasteless, pears in autumn.

Grow Pyrus communis subsp. caucasica in moist but well-drained soil in a sheltered spot in full sun.

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Pyrus ‘Communis’ and wildlife

Pyrus ‘Communis’ is known for attracting bees, beneficial insects and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees

Bees

Is known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths

Butterflies/Moths

Is known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Pyrus ‘Communis’ poisonous?

Pyrus ‘Communis’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People