Pyrus sinkiangensis – Pyrus sinkiangensis

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Pyrus sinkiangensis – Pyrus sinkiangensis

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Pyrus sinkiangesis is a small tree somewhat irregular, broadly pyramidal, semi-open crown 6-9 m tall. The leaves are oval with a distinctly long pointed tip. In autumn, the leaves turn deep purple-red. The tree flowers in April with clusters of 4-7 white flowers. The individual flowers are about 2 cm in size. The pears are edible. They are not very large and green in colour, often with bronze-coloured spots.
Pyrus sinkiangesis is native to northern China. It is sometimes believed to be a complex hybrid combining the species Pyrus armeniacifolia, P. communis and perhaps P. pyrifolia. The tree can be used both for ornamental value (blossom and autumn colour) and for fruiting. Hardiness zone 5.
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Clear stem (3)
Specifications
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Height
6-9 m
Width
5-8m
Crown
broad pyramidal, half-open crown
Leaf
oval, long pointed tip
Autumn colour
red, purple
Flowers
bundles of 4-7 white flowers, 2cm, April
Fruits
Edible fruits, green in color, often with bronze-colored spots
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
clayed soil, loamy soil, sandy soil, calcareous soil
Paving
tolerates partial paving
Winter hardiness zone
5 (-28,8 to -23,4 °C)
Wind resistance
good
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6), can withstand wind
Fauna tree
valuable for bees (honey plant), provides food for birds
Application
small gardens
Shape
clearstem tree
Origin
U.S. National Arboretum, Washington D.C., USA, 2003
Clear stem tree calcareous soil clay soil loamy soil sandy soil tolerates partial paving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) can withstand wind broad conical 2nd size, between 6 and 12 metres half-open crown green white April average growing Conspicuous bloom Attractive autumn colour valuable for bees (honey plant) provides food for birds non-toxic (usually) Capricious growing Ornamental fruit Edible fruits
Frequently asked questions
Pyrus sinkiangensis

Pyrus sinkiangensis can eventually reach a height of 6-9 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Pyrus sinkiangensis is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 6-9 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The leaves of Pyrus sinkiangensis turn red, purple in autumn.

The right time to plant Pyrus sinkiangensis is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Pyrus sinkiangensis with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Pyrus sinkiangensis blooms in april.
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