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Tree identification #744830

Asked April 17, 2021, 6:35 PM EDT

Hello! I have been told that the trees on our street are Ornamental Pears but would really prefer a professional's identification. I have attached 3 photos that I hope will provide enough information. Thank you!

Deschutes County Oregon

Expert Response

Thank you for your tree identification question. The Callery Pear is an ornamental tree that grows in our Central Oregon Climate. It has dark, glossy, green foliage. White flowers in spring followed by a small pea-sized green fruit.

Source: Water-wise Gardening in Central Oregon | OSU Extension Catalog | Oregon State University, p14.

Following is a link to the OSU landscape plant database for Callery Pear. Photos are included in addition to a tree description. You can compare the description and photos to your trees. Photos include the tree leafed out, flowers, fruit, and how the tree looks in different seasons. All will be helpful to confirm the of identify your tree.

Pyrus calleryana | Landscape Plants | Oregon State University

If you need additional information, you can call the Deschutes County OSU Extension office in Redmond at<personal data hidden>. You can ask to speak with Amy Jo Detweiler or Toni Stephan, members of the Horticulture Staff. Both Amy Jo and Toni welcome your home garden questions and will be able to provide you additional information.

Susan P., OSU Master Gardener Volunteer Replied April 19, 2021, 5:58 PM EDT
Hello!

Thank you so much for replying to my question so quickly.  The links and other information you've sent are very helpful.  I'm looking forward to figuring out exactly which type of Callery Pear we have.

Sincerely,
Janet

On 4/19/21 2:58 PM, Ask Extension wrote:
The Question Asker Replied April 20, 2021, 2:49 PM EDT

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