Pyrus fauriei, commonly known as Korean Sun Pear, is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to the open woodlands and forest edges of Korea. It typically grows to a height of 6-12 feet (1.8-3.7 meters) and a width of 8-10 feet (2.4-3 meters). This species is a cultivar of Pyrus calleryana and is noted for its more compact and bushier form, smaller and more oval-shaped leaves, and denser branching. The Korean Sun Pear produces showy white flowers with purple anthers in early spring, which are followed by small, inedible fruits. The bark is grey-brown and can add winter interest.

The Korean Sun Pear is valued for its ornamental qualities, including its spring floral display and its relatively small size, which makes it suitable for urban gardens, residential landscapes, and as a specimen plant. It is also used as a rootstock for grafting other pear varieties. This plant prefers full sun but can tolerate part shade, and it requires medium amounts of water and well-drained soil. While generally easy to maintain, it can be susceptible to fire blight and other common pear diseases. It is less invasive than its relative, Pyrus calleryana, but gardeners should still monitor for unwanted seedlings.CC BY-SA 4.0