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    Pyrus Salicifolia Pendula

    Pyrus Salicifolia Pendula

    Weeping Silver Pear

    $140.00
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    Pyrus salicifolia 'Pendula', commonly known as the Weeping Silver Pear, is one of the most elegant ornamental trees available for New Zealand gardens. Its gracefully cascading branches are clothed in narrow, silvery-grey leaves that shimmer in the breeze, creating year-round architectural interest.

    In spring, the tree is covered in masses of delicate white blossoms that contrast beautifully against the silver foliage, followed by small ornamental pears that provide additional seasonal interest. With its naturally weeping form, drought tolerance and low-maintenance nature, Pyrus salicifolia 'Pendula' is an exceptional feature tree for modern, cottage and Mediterranean-inspired gardens.

    Why You'll Love Pyrus salicifolia 'Pendula'

    • Elegant naturally weeping habit
    • Beautiful silver-grey foliage throughout the growing season
    • Masses of white spring blossoms
    • Attractive ornamental pears
    • Excellent drought tolerance once established
    • Ideal feature tree for smaller gardens
    • Low maintenance and hardy
    • Provides year-round architectural appeal


    • Expected 5 Year Height 2.0 M Width 1.5 M

    Is Pyrus Salicifolia Pendula suitable for my garden?

    Pyrus Salicifolia Pendula is best suited in a position that gets

    • Partial shade
    • Full sun

    Pyrus Salicifolia Pendula is

    • Wind Tolerant
    • Frost Tolerant
    • Flowering
    • Cold hardy

    Pyrus Salicifolia Pendula will thrive in soil that is

    How to establish your Pyrus Salicifolia Pendula?

    Plant Pyrus salicifolia 'Pendula' in full sun.

    For the best performance:

    Choose a position with at least six hours of direct sunlight each day.
    Allow adequate room for the weeping canopy to develop.
    Plant where the cascading branches can be appreciated as a feature.

    How to maintain your Pyrus Salicifolia Pendula once established?

    Water deeply once or twice a week during the first growing season to establish a strong root system.

    Once established, this tree is highly drought tolerant.

    Water occasionally during prolonged dry periods, particularly in the first few summers after planting.

    Feed annually in early spring with:

    Compost or well-rotted organic matter.
    A balanced slow-release fertiliser for ornamental trees if required.

    Established trees growing in healthy soils generally require very little additional feeding.

    Minimal pruning is required.

    For best results:

    Remove dead, damaged or crossing branches during winter dormancy.
    Lightly shape if necessary while preserving the natural cascading habit.
    Remove any vigorous upright shoots that develop from the crown or rootstock.

    Avoid excessive pruning, as the graceful weeping form is its greatest feature.

    Pyrus salicifolia 'Pendula' is highly frost hardy and performs exceptionally well throughout New Zealand.

    Young trees benefit from:

    Mulching around the base to conserve soil moisture.
    Protection from grazing animals while establishing.
    Regular watering during their first summer.

    Weeping Silver Pear is generally healthy and low maintenance.

    Occasionally inspect for:

    Aphids
    Scale insects
    Pear slug
    Fire blight in susceptible regions

    Good airflow, sensible watering practices and removing any affected growth promptly will help maintain a healthy tree.
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