Pyrus calleryana 'Capital' - Capital Ornamental Pear

The Pyrus calleryana 'Capital' Ornamental Pear is a distinctive deciduous tree renowned for its exceptional narrow and upright growth form, spectacular spring flowering, and dramatic autumn colour transformations.

The Capital has dark green foliage changing to reddish purple before the foliage drops, and a mass of white flowers in spring.

This remarkable ornamental pear is the perfect choice for gardeners seeking space-efficiency with a columnar form that is tall, narrow and upright with seasonal drama.

Size: 8-10m h x 1-3m w

Positioning: Best in full sun in humus-rich well drained soils

Temperament: Drought & frost tolerant once established

Growth rate: Moderate to fast

Perfect for: Narrow spaces, lining driveways and fences, informal screening, low maintenance

Narrow & Upright Architectural Form:

The impressive height combined with remarkably narrow width creates a columnar silhouette perfect for confined spaces.

The naturally developing form is attractive without requiring any excessive shaping or pruning.

Unlike wider-spreading ornamental pears, the Capital achieves significant height without consuming excessive horizontal space.

This space efficiency opens possibilities for smaller gardens and confined planting areas.

Spectacular Spring Flowering Display:

A mass of white flowers in spring creates a stunning floral spectacle as the tree leafs out in early season.

The abundant white blossoms cover the narrow canopy, creating delicate ornamental displays.

The spring flowering adds seasonal interest and celebrates the arrival of warm weather.

Dramatic Autumn Colour Transformation:

The foliage transforms from summer green through shades of burgundy, red, and purple in autumn before dropping in winter.

Deciduous Seasonal Benefits:

The deciduous nature provides multiple advantages - spring flowers on emerging foliage, summer cooling shade and screening, dramatic autumn colour, and winter light penetration.

This seasonal rhythm creates dynamic garden interest throughout the year.

Growing Requirements:

Best positioned in full sun in humus-rich soil.

The Capital thrives in full sun exposure for optimal flowering and autumn colour development.

Well-drained, humus-rich soil supports healthy growth and establishment.

Frost Hardy & Reliable:

The Capital Ornamental Pear is frost-hardy and reliable, thriving across diverse Australian climates.

Once established, it's drought-tolerant and handles challenging conditions with ease.

Perfect Uses:

> Lining driveways

> Defining property boundaries

> Fencelines

> Creating formal avenues


Why Choose Capital Ornamental Pear?

> Tall, narrow and upright architectural form

> Space-saving versatility for confined spaces

> Deciduous seasonal interest

> Larger properties to create boundaries

> Fast-growing establishment

> Low-maintenance characteristics

> Frost hardiness 

Height Approximates in Pots for this Variety:

300mm - 1-1.5m tall

400mm - 1.4-2m tall

75L - 2m+ tall

100L - 2.5m+tall