Pear - Pyrus communis 'Highland' Location:Fruit Trees it doesn't actually have leaves

it doesn't actually have leaves

is a New Zealand native evergreen shrub prized for its distinctive architectural form and delicate spring blooms

Its refined

it is recommended to prune for size control after the flowers fade and new growth begins in spring

but rather modified succulent stems that comprise the bulk of the plant

Pear - Pyrus communis 'Highland' Location:Fruit Trees it doesn't actually have leavesHighland Pear will grow to be about 40 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 30 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 4 feet from the ground, and should not be planted underneath power lines. It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 50 years or more. This variety requires a different selection of the same species growing nearby in order to set fruit. This tree is typically grown in a designated