A narrow, columnar ornamental pear bearing white spring blossom and glossy leaves that turn coppery-purple and red in autumn. Ideal for tight spaces, driveways and formal avenues.
At a glance
- Plant type: Tree
- Mature size: 9 m H × 3 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: happy on low water
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Ornamental Pear 'Capital'
Pyrus calleryana 'Capital' is a fast-growing tree in the Rosaceae family. It reaches around 9 m tall and 3 m wide at maturity, with deciduous and rich in autumn colour foliage. White flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Ornamental Pear 'Capital'
Ornamental Pear 'Capital' suits cool-temperate, warm-temperate and Mediterranean climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Ornamental Pear 'Capital' does best in loamy, clay and free-draining soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool. For a screen, space plants about 1.8 m apart.
Watering & feeding
Ornamental Pear 'Capital' is happy on low water, so once its roots are down it needs little supplementary water. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Ornamental Pear 'Capital' after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. It clips well, so trim two or three times a year for a formal finish. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Ornamental Pear 'Capital' in the garden
Ornamental Pear 'Capital' earns its place for a feature or specimen planting, a fast screen or informal hedge and a windbreak.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Ornamental Pear 'Capital' with other plants that enjoy the same happy on low water and cool-temperate climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
It is thornless and easy to handle.
Buying Ornamental Pear 'Capital'
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