Pyrus Communis (Pear Corella)
Pyrus Communis (Pear Corella)
Pyrus Communis (Pear Corella) is a delightful deciduous fruit tree known for its small to medium-sized pears with smooth, green-yellow skin, blushed with red. The fruit has a crisp texture and sweet, aromatic flavour, making it ideal for fresh eating, desserts, and juicing.
In spring, this variety bursts into life with delicate white blossoms, adding ornamental charm to any garden. Thriving in sunny, well-drained locations, Pear Corella is a reliable and productive choice for Australian home orchards.
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Mature height
4-6 meters
Mature width
3-4 meters
Spacing
5 meters
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Foliage
Lush green foliage with delicate white blossoms and green-yellow fruit blushed with red
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Flowers in mid to late spring (October to November), fruit ripens in late summer to early autumn (February to March)
Sun tolerance
Full sun
Maintenance
Requires well-drained soil, regular pruning to shape and promote fruit production, fertilising in late winter, and deep watering during dry periods