Autumn Nelis pear
Pyrus communis 'Autumn Nelis'
USDA zones4 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
- Habit
- Erect
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Autumn Nelis' pear (Pyrus communis 'Autumn Nelis') is a tree for food gardens and pollinator gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full sun and dry to average, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. It has an erect habit and blooms from early to late spring. Butterflies, bees, and birds visit it. F.J.Graham bred it in 1852.
Pairs well with Serviceberry, Black-eyed Susan, and Gladiator ornamental onion.