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. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in. For a screen, space plants about 1.8 m apart.
Watering & feeding
Ornamental Pear 'Capital' performs well with relatively little water once established. Feed as new growth begins, following the rate on a balanced garden fertiliser. During the first growing season, water deeply whenever the upper soil begins to dry, then reduce the frequency as roots establish.
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. For most gardens, maintenance 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
Ornamental Pear 'Capital' sits most comfortably beside plants adapted to happy on low water and cool-temperate climate. A small cluster gives stronger visual impact than isolated plants scattered through the garden.
Good to know
It is thornless and easy to handle.
Buying Ornamental Pear 'Capital'
Plant Sale lists Ornamental Pear 'Capital' as advanced specimens and bare-root stock. Availability is confirmed when you request a quote; use the panel above to register interest.
