Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood - Evergreen Trees Direct

Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood

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Size: 40cm/45L

40cm/45L 100L 300L

Current Stock Height Guides

40cm/45L: 2.2m – 3m Approx.
100L: Enquire within for height guide information.
200L: Enquire within for height guide information.
300L: 3.8m – 4.5m Approx.

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Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 8m to 12m (approx.)

Mature Width: 5m

Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm (moderate) (approx.).

Root Ball Dimensions

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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About Your New Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood

Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell', sold as Edgewood Pear, is a deciduous ornamental pear with an upright habit and a dense rounded crown. Clusters of white flowers cover the tree in spring as the new leaves break. Foliage is glossy dark green through summer and turns red and bronze in autumn. The small fruit is ornamental only.

It takes full sun to part shade, tolerates a wide range of soils including compacted urban ground, and copes with heat, wind and frost. Growth is moderate at 30 to 60 centimetres a year. Once established it is genuinely drought hardy, and maintenance comes down to a formative prune and the occasional removal of deadwood.

At around 10 metres tall and 5 metres wide it works as a street tree, an avenue tree and a canopy tree for parks, car parks, larger gardens and long driveways. The crown stays narrow relative to its height, which keeps it clear of buildings. Summer shade and winter sun from the one tree.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Edgewood Pear

What is an Edgewood Pear?

Edgewood is an ornamental pear, a hybrid of Pyrus betulaefolia sold under the cultivar name 'Edgedell'. It is deciduous, upright and densely crowned, with masses of white spring blossom, glossy dark green summer foliage and red to bronze autumn colour. It is grown for form and seasonal display in landscape work, not for edible fruit.

How big does Edgewood Pear grow?

Mature width is about 5 metres, with height reaching roughly 8 to 10 metres in good conditions. That gives it a taller, narrower profile than most callery pear cultivars, which is exactly why it gets specified for streets and car parks where a wide canopy would be a nuisance. Allow 5 to 6 metres between trees in an avenue.

Does it produce edible fruit?

No. The fruit is a small hard pome, roughly a centimetre across, produced sparsely and of no value in the kitchen. Birds take some of it and the rest drops without creating much mess, which is a practical advantage over fruiting pears in paved and trafficked areas. Plant it for the blossom and the shape.

How fast does it grow?

Growth is moderate, around 30 to 60 centimetres a year, quicker in the early years on good soil with regular water and slower as the tree fills out its crown. That rate is fast enough to give a useful street tree within five or six years, and steady enough that the wood stays sound rather than brittle.

Does it have invasive roots?

Its roots are not considered aggressive and it is widely used in streetscapes, car parks and near paving without trouble. As with any tree of this size, give it a reasonable soil volume and keep it a sensible distance from small pipes, footings and narrow footpaths. Deep watering while young encourages roots down rather than along the surface.

Is it suitable for street and car park planting?

Yes, and that is where most of them are planted. It tolerates compacted soil, reflected heat, wind and root restriction, sheds little in the way of fruit, and holds a predictable narrow crown that lifts cleanly above traffic. Councils and developers use it where a uniform, low maintenance deciduous canopy is required.

How do I care for an Edgewood Pear?

Water deeply through the first two summers and mulch a wide ring around the base without touching the trunk. Prune while young to establish a single leader and clear trunk to the height you need, then leave it alone apart from removing dead or crossing wood. Mature trees need almost nothing beyond an occasional inspection.

Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

$21.95

Enriched Planting Mix is a certified organic blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent, bagged in 30L. It is built to be dug through existing garden soil at planting time rather than used on its own, and the gypsum is what sets it apart from a plain compost.

Gypsum helps break up heavy clay so water and roots can move through it, while the compost and manure return organic matter and nutrient to tired ground. The coarse bark holds structure and keeps air around the root zone, and the wetting agent keeps moisture in the soil longer after rain or watering.

Use it when planting trees, shrubs, roses, fruit trees and exotic garden plants, particularly into clay. Dig a hole twice the width of the pot and 7 centimetres deeper, then mix roughly one third planting mix through the excavated soil. Spread 7 centimetres of that improved soil in the base before setting the plant in.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Enriched Planting Mix

What is Enriched Planting Mix made from?

It is a blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent. Each part has a job. The compost and manure supply organic matter and nutrient, the gypsum works on clay structure, the bark keeps air around the roots and the wetting agent holds moisture in the soil.

What plants is it suitable for?

It suits exotic garden plants, including roses, ornamental and deciduous trees, fruit trees, shrubs and perennials, and it earns its keep most on heavy clay sites. It is a planting mix rather than a potting mix, so its job is improving soil at planting time. Phosphorus sensitive natives are the one clear exception.

Is it safe for natives?

No, not for the phosphorus sensitive ones. The composted animal manure in this blend lifts phosphorus well above what Proteaceae such as Banksia, Grevillea, Hakea and Protea will tolerate, and the result can be leaf burn, dieback and plant death. Use the Native Potting Mix for those species, or plant them into unimproved local soil.

Is it certified organic?

Yes. It is a certified organic product with no chemical additives, which is why the manure and compost in it are fully composted rather than raw. That makes it sound around fruit trees and vegetable beds, and it means you are adding genuine organic matter to your soil rather than a synthetic conditioner.

How much do I need?

Work on roughly one third planting mix to two thirds of the soil you dug out of the hole. For a shrub out of a 200 millimetre pot that is only a few litres. An advanced tree going into a large hole will take considerably more. Judge the quantity by the volume of the hole rather than the size of the plant.

Can I use it in pots?

It is not a potting mix and should not be used on its own in a container. The blend is designed to be diluted through garden soil, and used straight in a pot it holds too much water and settles badly. For containers, reach for a premium potting mix, or the native mix if you are potting natives.

Does it need to be watered in?

Yes. Water the plant well several hours before you plant it, then water thoroughly again once the hole is backfilled and the soil firmed down. That first deep watering settles the improved soil around the root ball and drives out air pockets. Keep the water up over the first few months while the roots establish.

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Uses in my Garden

Feature Tree
Street Tree
Avenue Planting
Screening or Privacy

Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood works in an:

Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
Woodland Garden – layered, naturalistic design under dappled light.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Is Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood Evergreen or Deciduous?

Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood is an Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 8m to 12m (approx.)

Mature Width: 5m

Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm (moderate) (approx.).

Growth Rate of Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood

Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm (moderate) (approx.).

They are considered to have a:

Medium Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood

Is Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood frost tolerant?

Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood is Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Does Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood Flower?

Pyrus betulaefolia × ‘Edgedell’ bursts into masses of pure white, five-petalled blossoms in early spring. The flowers sit densely along the upright branches, creating a bright, cloud-like display that appears before or just as the new foliage emerges.

Does Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Spring

Flower Type:

Clustered

Flower Colour:

White

Is Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood an Australian Native Tree?

No

Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood is Native to A hybrid cultivar bred from Pyrus betulaefolia (Birch-leaved Pear, native to northern China) and selected for landscape performance.

What is the Wildlife Value of Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood ?

Its abundant spring blossoms attract bees and early-season pollinating insects. The small, hard fruits are eaten by certain bird species, while the dense branching structure offers light shelter, perching sites and seasonal nesting opportunities — adding meaningful biodiversity to streetscapes and ornamental plantings.

How much Sunlight does Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood need?

Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preferred Soil?

Pyrus betulaefolia × ‘Edgedell’ performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils and tolerates slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. While adaptable to a range of soils, it may struggle in very heavy or waterlogged clay unless improved with organic matter and coarse material to enhance drainage and aeration. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then shift to deep, occasional watering as the tree matures to support drought resilience, upright canopy development and reliable spring flowering.

Is Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood Drought Tolerant?

Is Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it requires regular watering, but once established ‘Edgedell’ develops good drought tolerance. Hardy, adaptable and fast-growing, it performs strongly in warm, dry and urban conditions, maintaining its tidy, upright form with only occasional deep watering during extended dry spells.

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How To Plant Your Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood

Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun to part shade with room for the canopy to develop.

Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth.

Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots.

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood

Hedging and screening: 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen, or 80 centimetres apart for a tighter formal hedge.

Feature tree: 3 to 4 metres apart to allow the full canopy and form to develop.

Avenue planting: 3 metres apart for a uniform soft-textured avenue.

Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm (moderate) (approx.).

Medium Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood

Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, reduce to once weekly in dry periods. Mulch helps maintain consistent moisture.

Mulching: Apply a 5 to 7 centimetre layer of organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk.

Pruning: Tip prune in late winter and again in summer to build dense growth. For a formal hedge, light shaping two to three times a year keeps lines crisp.

Fertilising: Apply a slow-release general-purpose fertiliser in early spring and again in autumn for steady growth and consistent foliage colour.

Pest and disease: Hardy against most pests and diseases. Occasional inspection for psyllids or scale in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

Planting Your Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood in Different Soil

Pyrus betulaefolia performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Adaptable to a wide range of soils when drainage is improved with organic matter.

Sandy soil: Free-draining and ideal. Mulch well to maintain consistent moisture.

Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and organic compost before planting.

Loam: The preferred soil for steady root development and consistent growth.

pH: Slightly acidic to neutral preferred. Mulch with composted leaf litter to maintain levels naturally.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the mature size of Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood?
A: Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood typically reaches a mature height of 10 meters with a width of 5 meters.

Q: Is Pyrus betulaefolia x 'Edgedell' Edgewood drought-tolerant?
A: Yes, once established, this ornamental pear tree exhibits drought tolerance.

Q: Does Edgewood Pear require special care during the growing season?
A: While Edgewood Pear is relatively low-maintenance, providing consistent watering and periodic fertilization will promote its health and vitality, ensuring it thrives in your landscape.