A rounded deciduous pear grown for its silvery-grey felted young foliage and white spring blossom. Drought-tolerant once established and well suited to Mediterranean and dry gardens.
At a glance
- Plant type: Tree
- Mature size: 8 m H × 6 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: happy on low water
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Snow Pear
Botanically, Pyrus nivalis 'Snow Pear' is a moderate-growing tree in the Rosaceae family. It reaches around 8 m tall and 6 m wide at maturity, with deciduous foliage. White flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Snow Pear
Snow Pear 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
Snow Pear does best in free-draining, clay and loamy soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Snow Pear 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 Snow Pear after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Snow Pear in the garden
Snow Pear earns its place for a feature or specimen planting and a shade tree.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Snow Pear with other plants that enjoy the same happy on low water and cool-temperate climate. Repeat it through a border to tie the planting together and give a sense of rhythm.
Buying Snow Pear
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