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

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Watering

Begin monitoring soil moisture more closely as temperatures rise. Water sparingly, only if the root zone is drying out. Do not allow the rootball to freeze when wet.

Fertilization

Do not fertilize yet. The tree is still dormant and not actively taking up nutrients.

Repotting

Ideal time for repotting if necessary. Repot before buds swell. Use a well-draining mix. Root prune conservatively, especially on older specimens.

Pruning

Perform structural pruning before bud break. Remove crossing branches and those that disrupt intended design.

Wiring

Wiring can be done now, as branches are more flexible and visibility is high. Be cautious of wire bite as buds begin to swell.

Bud Shoot Management

Watch for early swelling of buds. Begin bud selection for branch refinement if applicable.

Pests Disease

Clean bark and soil surface. Apply dormant oil spray to manage overwintering pests like scale and mites.

Winter Protection

Still protect from late frosts. Trees in containers should be monitored closely for freezing rootballs.

Wound Management

Seal larger cuts with cut paste to prevent dieback. Avoid major trunk chops in cold weather.

Deadwood Carving

Carving can be done now on dead sections. Avoid working green wood.

Propagation

Hardwood cuttings may be attempted but success is low. Better options come later in the year.

Development

Focus is on structural changes like repotting and initial wiring. This is a foundational period.

Display

Not typically displayed in this season. Tree is dormant and aesthetics are minimal.

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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