Comice Pear
Pyrus communis 'Doyenné du Comice'
Under Power Lines:
No—this tree is not approved for planting under power lines.
Street Tree Planting:
No—fruit trees are not allowed as street trees in Seattle.
Description:
European pear tree that produces delicious tasting fruit and attracts butterflies. While it can be self-fertile, plant near other pear trees to promote pollination. This pear tree needs space to grow, so be sure to plant away from your house or other structures.(OHxF97 rootstock)
Mature Height:
35 feet
Mature Spread:
25 feet
Flowers:
White blooms in spring.
Cultural Notes:
Full sun with regular summer watering. Adaptable to most soils, including clay.
Potential Problems:
Pear scab, a fungal disease, can affect pear trees in Seattle by marring the appearance of the pears and causing malformed fruit.
Minimum Planting Distances:
- 15 feet from house or building
- 3 ½ feet back from the face of the curb
- 5 feet from underground utility lines
- 10 feet from power poles
- 7 ½ feet from driveways (10 feet recommended)
- 20 feet from street lights and other existing trees