About
A compact, clump-forming, semi-evergreen perennial to about 30cm tall from China with small, ovate, dark green leaves and short racemes of small, goblet-shaped, pale lilac-blue flowers in summer, followed by attractive, blue-black berries. A delicate and charming plant for a cool, moist, shaded border.
About the genus
Pyrus are deciduous trees or shrubs with oval leaves and scented white flowers in spring, followed by green or brown fruits, edible in some species
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, hedging, specimen planting.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in sun or part shade.
PruningPrune after flowering or late winter.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.