We walked down to the mailbox the other day, and saw some of the 'Bradford' Pears still holding onto their leaves.  Some are bright red, others are bright yellow, and some are already bear nekked, ready for winter.

 

We all call them 'Bradford' Pear, but if you want the botanical name, it is Pyrus calleryana and the variety names vary.  Some are 'Bradford', some 'Cleveland Select', and some 'Whitehouse'.  

 

They are not small trees, as we know, but if you plan to buy and/or plant one, be sure to allow enough room for it to grow 45 feet tall, and 20 feet wide!  Given enough space they are truly beautiful spring, summer, and fall. If you love tree silhouette beauty, they're even great in winter.

 

Better check them out soon, leaves are falling as we speak.

 

HAPPY GARDENING!!