Seasonal calendar · Pyrus communis

Common Pear

The year for this species, phase by phase — what to watch and what to do as the season turns.

  • Late Dormancy02-15–03-10
  • Early Spring03-11–04-15
  • Mid Spring04-16–05-10
  • Late Spring05-11–05-31
  • Early Summer06-01–06-30
  • Mid Summer07-01–08-10
  • Late Summer08-11–08-31
  • Early Fall09-01–09-30
  • Mid Fall10-01–10-31
  • Late Fall11-01–11-15
  • Early Winter11-16–12-31
  • Mid Winter01-01–01-31
  • Late Winter02-01–02-14

Filter by concern

Watering

Reduce watering frequency as growth slows, but avoid drying out.

Fertilization

Do not fertilize. Let tree harden off naturally.

Pests Disease

Final pest check. Remove any diseased or damaged leaves.

Winter Protection

Begin planning cold protection. Move tree to sheltered location late in phase.

Development

Transition from active work to observation and cleanup.

Paths onward

This speciesCommon PearBack to the folio — care sheet and year-wheel.The yearThe CalendarAll thirteen phases across every species at once.ReferenceThe Species LibraryA folio for every species the garden knows.
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