Botanical profile

Pyrus calleryana 'Chanticleer'

Latin name
Pyrus calleryana 'Chanticleer'
Common name
Pyrus calleryana 'Chanticleer'
Type
Leafy
Family
Rosaceae

Pyrus calleryana ‘Chanticleer’ is an elegant and structured ornamental tree, very popular for urban landscapes, driveways, and residential gardens thanks to its narrow, well-pyramidal shape, which optimizes vertical presence without encroaching on space. In spring, its glossy green foliage is distinguished by dense and regular leafing, followed by flamboyant autumn foliage with orange, red, and bronze hues that visually enrich the landscape in the cold season. Although mostly ornamental, it produces small fragrant white flowers that attract pollinators and add a delicate touch early in the season. Very hardy and adaptable to various well-drained soils, this tree prefers sun to partial shade and combines aesthetics, verticality, and ease of maintenance in a variety of landscape spaces.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4–8
Exposure
Sun
Watering
AVERAGE
Fertilization
Balanced spring salad
Soil type
Well drained, fertile
Minimum temperature
-30°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
April to May
Flower color
White
Fruiting
Small decorative pears (not major)
Foliage color
Bright green ? orange/red/bronze (autumn)
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Columnar
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
30-40 ft (9-12 m)
Width
15-25 ft (4.5-7.5 m)
Growth rate
Average
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Fruit tree type
Ornamental Pear Tree
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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