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(Pyrus bourgaeana)
Iberian Pear (Pyrus bourgaeana)
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Estimated Native Range
Summary
Pyrus bourgaeana, commonly known as Iberian Pear, is a deciduous tree native to the open woodlands and scrub areas of the Western Mediterranean, including the Iberian Peninsula and North Africa. This species typically grows to a height of 9-18 feet (2.7-5.5 meters) and a width of 5-15 feet (1.5-4.5 meters), featuring a rounded canopy with dense foliage. The Iberian Pear is notable for its spring blossoms, which are white with a yellowish tint, and while not as showy as some ornamental pears, they add a subtle charm to the landscape. The bark is dark and scaly, and the tree may produce small, hard fruits that are not typically consumed by humans but can provide food for wildlife.
The Iberian Pear is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor soils, making it suitable for xeriscaping and low-maintenance gardens. It is often used in urban settings due to its compact size and is also planted as a specimen tree or in small groupings. This tree prefers full sun but can tolerate light shade, and while it adapts to various soil types, it performs best in well-drained soils. There are no widely recognized cultivars of this species in the horticultural trade. Gardeners should be aware that, like other pear species, Pyrus bourgaeana can be susceptible to fire blight, a bacterial disease that can cause significant damage to the tree.CC BY-SA 4.0
The Iberian Pear is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor soils, making it suitable for xeriscaping and low-maintenance gardens. It is often used in urban settings due to its compact size and is also planted as a specimen tree or in small groupings. This tree prefers full sun but can tolerate light shade, and while it adapts to various soil types, it performs best in well-drained soils. There are no widely recognized cultivars of this species in the horticultural trade. Gardeners should be aware that, like other pear species, Pyrus bourgaeana can be susceptible to fire blight, a bacterial disease that can cause significant damage to the tree.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Tree
- Height: 9-18 feet
- Width: 5-15 feet
- Growth Rate: Rapid
- Flower Color: White
- Flowering Season: Spring
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Fragrant, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Native to open woodlands and scrub areas of the Western Mediterranean
Other Names
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Scientific Names: , Pyrus bourgaeana, Pyrus mamorensis, Pyrus communis subsp. mamorensis, Pyrus communis var. mariana, Pyrus mamorensis var. brevipes, Pyrus bourgaeana f. triloba, Pyrus bourgaeana subsp. mamorensis, Pyrus communis f. triloba, Pyrus communis subsp. bourgaeana
GBIF Accepted Name: Pyrus bourgaeana Decne.