Ussurian Pear (Siberian) vs Shagbark Hickory - TreeTime.ca

Ussurian Pear (Siberian) vs Shagbark Hickory

Pyrus ussuriensis

Carya ovata

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Ussurian Pear (Siberian)
Shagbark Hickory

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.

Shagbark Hickory is a unique tree both for its looks and uses. Its bark peels into long thin vertical strips giving it a shaggy appearance. This and its golden fall leaves make it a gorgeous looking tree. This species produces tasty hickory nuts once mature. Hickory smoke is also treasured for curing meats and its generally fantastic smell.

This tree is best planted away from any buildings due to a deep taproot and large size. Many people remark on the unusual taproot for this tree that can be over 6 feet deep while the plant only has 2 feet of top growth.

Ussurian Pear (Siberian) Quick Facts

Shagbark Hickory Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Zone: 4a
Height: 10 m (33 ft)
Height: 21 m (70 ft)
Spread: 8 m (26 ft)
Spread: 12 m (40 ft)
Moisture: normal
Moisture: any
Light: full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: yes
Fall colour: burgundy
Flowers: white
Bark: shaggy looking bark peels vertically in long strips
Nuts: similar to pecans
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: slow
Life span: long
Life span: long
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: none
Suckering: high




Other Names: harbin pear, manchurian pear, siberian pear
Other Names: carolina hickory, scalybark hickory, shellbark hickory, upland hickory