Pyrus calleryana Fauriei

Faurier Pear

Fauriei Pear is a widespreading small tree or large shrub growing much wider than high. It has small white flowers blooming in early May after the foliage appears. It leafs out earlier and flowers later than other pear species. The 1/2 inch fruits turn black upon maturity and are not edible. The glossy foliage turn a spectacular orange to red fall color. It is not widely known and thus not readily available in the nursery trade.

Height

10'

Width

12'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Red

Fruit

No

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

No

Salt tolerant

No

Drought tolerant

No