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Ussurian Pear (Siberian) vs Northern Pin Oak

Pyrus ussuriensis

Quercus ellipsoidalis

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Ussurian Pear (Siberian)
Northern Pin Oak

Ussurian Pear is the most cold hardy of all pear species. It is frequently used as a rootstock or as a pollinizer for other pear varieties. The pinkish-white flowers that bloom in the spring and the striking fall colours make it well-suited as an ornamental addition to your landscape.

Ussurian Pear can also be used for forming hedges as it tends to branch quite low.

While the Ussurian Pear is considered self-pollinating, planting with another pear variety will increase yields. Can be paired with Krazulya Pear or Beedle Pear.

Northern Pin oak has an attractive but irregular rounded crown with lower hanging branches. This species is one of the few oak species recommended for the prairies and colder areas. Northern Pin Oak prefers drier habitats.

The spectacular fall leaf color of this tree is the primary reason for its popularity. Fall leaves turn orange and red to reddish brown.

Squirrels, jays, deer, and similar animals love its acorns.

Note: Most Oak species can be considered toxic for many animals.

Ussurian Pear (Siberian) Quick Facts

Northern Pin Oak Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Zone: 3a
Height: 10 m (33 ft)
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Spread: 8 m (26 ft)
Spread: 14 m (45 ft)
Light: full sun
Light: full sun
Moisture: normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: slow
Life span: long
Life span: long
Suckering: none
Suckering: none
Maintenance: medium


Fall colour: burgundy
Flowers: white
Fruit: yellow
Nuts: acorns
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: yes


Other Names: harbin pear, manchurian pear, siberian pear
Other Names: hills oak, jack oak, upland pin oak