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

Frequent watering required. Avoid letting soil dry completely.

Fertilization

Continue feeding, especially nitrogen if in development. Use diluted fertilizer to avoid burn.

Pruning

Clip-and-grow method to build ramification. Remove overly vigorous shoots.

Wiring

Only minor refinement wiring. Avoid major bends that stress tissues.

Bud Shoot Management

Manage excessive growth. Remove suckers and overly dense areas.

Pests Disease

Watch for spider mites and fungal leaf spots. Maintain airflow.

Summer Protection

Provide dappled shade in high heat. Protect shallow pots from overheating.

Development

Excellent for structural adjustments through directional pruning.

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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