Pyrus communis 'Obelisk' (D)
pear 'Obelisk'
A dwarf deciduous tree of columnar form, reaching 2.5m. It has glossy green leaves which become yellow in autumn. It is self-fertile and its white blossom in spring develops into late-picking green fruit with a flush of red
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Size
Ultimate height
1.5–2.5 metresTime to ultimate height
10–20 yearsUltimate spread
1–1.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | White | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Yellow | Green Red | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Columnar upright, Spreading branched
- Genus
Pyrus are deciduous trees or shrubs with oval leaves and scented white flowers in spring, followed by green or brown fruits, edible in some species
- Name status
Unresolved
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in full sun, in deep fertile soil which isn't too alkaline. For more advice see pear cultivation
Propagation
Propagate by grafting or chip budding onto a clonal rootstock for fruit; quince rootstocks are usually used. The rootstock used largely determine the size
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- City and courtyard gardens
- Wildlife gardens
- Edible fruit
- Wall side borders
Pruning
Requires regular pruning. For more advice see pruning new pear trees, summer pear pruning and winter pear pruning
Pests
May be susceptible to pear blister mite and pear midge
Diseases
May be susceptible to brown rots, European pear rust and pear scab
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