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Pyrus nivalis - Snow Pear
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Learn About Your New Pyrus nivalis - Snow Pear
Pyrus nivalis (Snow Pear) looks excellent as a medium-sized ornamental tree with a dense, rounded canopy that offers strong year-round structure and seasonal interest. Its silvery-green spring foliage matures to vivid red in autumn, creating eye-catching colour contrast that enhances formal landscapes, avenues, and streetscapes.
Reaching about 8 metres tall and 5 metres wide, Snow Pear’s compact, balanced form makes it suitable for urban settings, where space and maintenance are considerations. It performs reliably in a variety of soil types—including clay and sandy loam—and tolerates moderate drought once established.
For added landscape impact, Pyrus nivalis can be underplanted with shade-tolerant groundcovers or low shrubs to create layered garden beds with continuous visual appeal. Its low maintenance needs and tolerance to urban pollution make it a practical and attractive choice for both residential and commercial plantings.
Everything You Need to Know Before Planting Pyrus nivalis - Snow Pear
Plant Profile
Planting Tips
Post Planting Care
Tips for Various Soil Types
1. Botanical & Physical Characteristics
BOTANICAL NAME:
Pyrus nivalis
GENUS:
Pyrus
BOTANICAL SPECIES:
nivalis
COMMON NAME:
Snow Pear
FAMILY:
Rosaceae
EVERGREEN / DECIDUOUS:
Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months)
FOLIAGE TYPE
FORM & SHAPE
2. Growth & Environmental Conditions
GROWTH RATE
EXPECTED GROWTH PER YEAR
Approx 40 – 70 cm per year (moderate)
MATURE HEIGHT
8m - 12m Approximately
MATURE WIDTH
5 m
SUNLIGHT EXPOSURE
FROST TOLERANCE
Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.
AUSTRALIAN NATIVE?
No
3. Practical Uses & Flowering
USES:
FLOWER COLOUR
White
FLOWER TYPE
FLOWERING PERIOD
Planting Tips
Plant Spacing
Ensuring A Strong Start
Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) for Planting
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: 49.5cm (W) × 35.2cm (D)
- 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
- 100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
- 100L Pot: 66cm (W) × 49.5cm (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)
Post Planting Care
When planting a new tree or shrub, proper watering is essential to ensure healthy establishment and long-term growth. Follow these guidelines to give your plant the best start:
- Immediately After Planting:
Water generously right after planting to settle the soil around the roots and eliminate air pockets. This helps the roots make good contact with the soil. - First Three Months (Establishment Phase):
The initial three months are critical for root development. Water deeply twice daily (morning and evening) to encourage strong, deep root growth. - Irrigation Systems:
If using an irrigation system, adjust it to provide adequate water during the establishment phase. Ensure the water reaches the root zone without overwatering. - Weather Considerations:
Adjust watering based on weather conditions. Increase frequency during hot, dry periods and reduce it during cooler, wetter seasons. - Ongoing Care:
After the establishment phase (3 months), gradually reduce watering frequency but ensure the plant receives consistent moisture, especially during dry spells.
Long Term & Ongoing Care
Growing Your Pyrus nivalis - Snow Pear in Various Soil Types
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