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Capital Flowering Pear
Pyrus calleryana 'Capital'
Flowering Pear
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A very tight, columnar tree. Leaves turn a reddish-purple in autumn and lovely white flowers bloom in spring.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Attracts pollinators.
- Good fall color.
- Low maintenance.
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
Quick answers
How big does Capital Flowering Pear get?
About 30' tall and 10-12' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Capital Flowering Pear need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Capital Flowering Pear need?
Moderate water use.
Will Capital Flowering Pear grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 4, so it suits sites in zone 4 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Capital Flowering Pear in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Capital Flowering Pear wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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