Pyrus serotina

Autumn Pear / Late-flowering Pear

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A deciduous pear tree native to China, renowned for late autumn flowering and ornamental foliage turning yellow before leaf drop.
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Plant Details

Common Name Autumn Pear / Late-flowering Pear
Family Rosaceae
Genus Pyrus
Species Serotina
Origin China
Blooming Late autumn to early winter, occasionally flowers in spring depending on climate.
Leaf Color Emerald green turning yellow and orange in autumn
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Deep, well-drained loamy soil with pH 6.0-7.5. Avoid waterlogged conditions.

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Watering

Regular watering during the growing season to establish roots; drought tolerant once mature, reduce in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure for optimal flowering and fruit set; tolerate partial shade but reduces yield.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth emerges annually.

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Pruning

Prune in late summer or after harvest to remove dead wood and maintain structure; avoid heavy pruning in winter.

Pest Control Aphid Pear Psylla Pear Sawfly Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 8 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
5000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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