Pyrus communis 'Orient' ~ Orient Pear Size:3 GALLON (3) Photo by Lim Zhan

(3) Photo by Lim Zhan Peng

Sweet gum buds

(4) Photo by Oregon State University

x bumalda 'Goldflame'

The flattened soft pink 5-petaled flowers with a darker pink central blush bloom from mid spring until frost

Pyrus communis 'Orient' ~ Orient Pear Size:3 GALLON (3) Photo by Lim ZhanOrient Pear is a fast growing deciduous tree with an attractive spring flower display but primarily grown for its heavy crop of large late summer fruit. Clusters of fragrant of creamy white spring flowers attract butterflies before the foliage emerges. The large aromatic fruits have a rounded shape with golden yellow skin and melting creamy flesh with a mild flavor. Grows best in full sun and rich, moist well drained soils. Orient has improved