Many gardeners thought that they knew about pearsall. After all, most of those who have at least a small piece of land, certainly try to plant this tree to eat delicious fruits. However, not everyone knows that pears can be used to decorate the garden, because among them there are decorative varieties. They have no less tasty fruits, but their main purpose is to bring some zest to the design of your site.
A decorative pear is a tree of medium height,which has a crown in the form of a cone. It comes from China. It has an attractive appearance, beautiful leaves, which by the autumn have the property of being painted in bright red tones. During the flowering period, the plant is also capable of capturing large white flowers. But the fruits, on the other hand, are plain-looking and do not represent any nutritional value.
Decorative pear perfectly takes root inconditions of moderate climate, on sunny places. However, the tree has an average frost resistance and is able to withstand frost only up to -25 ° C. But resistance to disease and pests is much stronger. This plant is ideal not only to decorate household plots, but also to design city parks. Also can be used in single plantings.
Despite the fact that in our country, decorativepears, photos of which can be seen in this article, are not particularly common, yet some varieties should be given attention. Because the variety of this plant is very diverse. They are distinguished not only by their appearance, but also by their taste and size. However, an important difference is also certain growing conditions, which are also able to distinguish one variety from another.
Pear decorative variety Calera Shantikleroccurs mainly in the native land of the tree - in China. It is planted near the ponds or on small hills. Its distinctive feature is the narrow crown. Leaves are dark green with a characteristic luster. During the flowering period, the crown becomes almost white, since it is covered with small inflorescences. The fruits of this species are very small.
The Caucasian pear is distinguished by its impressive height- Up to twenty-six meters. It reproduces by seeds or by cuttings, which are very unpretentious and can take root in any terrain. It does not need to be watered, very resistant to drought. Especially beautiful looks during flowering.
Pear variety Ivolistnaya in height does not exceed 10meters. Crohn's in the shape of an egg, and shoots have a light felt felt. Very undemanding to the soil, get along on the saline ground. Can not stand the gusts of cold wind. The flowering period for this species is very early.
This kind of decorative pear is surprising in that itscan be used as a hedge. In this case it will not only be an original and worthy decoration of the site. Fruits can be used in the preparation of salads, eat them raw and even extinguish. True, the fruit has a somewhat bitter taste, that many may not be to taste. When they mature, they acquire a bright orange color. This gives the plant even more decorative. When the fruit opens and bright red seeds become visible from it, the curious looks of the neighbors will certainly be directed to your exotic plant.
If you decide to acquire a plant such aspear decorative, it is worthwhile to find her a suitable place. After all, its main purpose is not tasty fruits, namely the decoration of the landscape. This tree will look great in combination with pine, spruce, birch. If there is a pond on the site, then on its background the decorative pear will perfectly shine at any time of the year.
It will be no less good to look like this tree and incollective plantings. For example, you can fully use it in design of a city park. Not necessarily at the same time to take plants of one kind, you can make a spectacular combination, experiment with collective plantings.
Pear decorative, like any plant, canbe afflicted with diseases and pests. Despite the increased resistance to them, some preventive measures should be taken to protect the tree from them. First of all, this is cytosporosis, rust, powdery mildew. Also, leaf rollers, green aphids, pear mites can be annoying. They are able not only to spoil the appearance of the plant, but also cause him significant harm. In some cases, the damage can be so strong that it can destroy the tree.
From time to time,preventive treatment with fungicidal preparations. A simple but effective method for improving the garden is the trimming of trunks. In doing so, it is recommended to do this in autumn. Dead branches and damaged bark should be removed in a timely manner, as well as diseased leaflets, branches. Seasonal sprinkling with sulfur and Bordeaux fluid will be beneficial.
Do not neglect preventive measures,Because they are able to prevent further painful treatments for the plant. At the same time, if the tree is struck, it will not only ruin the landscape with its appearance, but your mood for almost the entire season.
