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Ussurian Pear (Siberian) vs Kentucky Coffeetree

Pyrus ussuriensis

Gymnocladus dioicus

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Ussurian Pear (Siberian)
Kentucky Coffeetree

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.

The Kentucky Coffeetree has the largest leaves of any native tree in North America! In the summer, its large green canopy provides shade. While in the winter, its leathery bean pods act as a decorative element against the sky as they rattle in the wind. Beautiful year-round, this tree is an elegant addition to any landscape.

Ussurian Pear (Siberian) Quick Facts

Kentucky Coffeetree Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Zone: 3a
Height: 10 m (33 ft)
Height: 21 m (70 ft)
Spread: 8 m (26 ft)
Spread: 15 m (50 ft)
Moisture: normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Light: full sun
Light: full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Fall colour: burgundy
Flowers: white
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: medium
Life span: long
Life span: long
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: none
Suckering: high




Toxicity: Uncooked pods are toxic to humans
Other Names: harbin pear, manchurian pear, siberian pear
Other Names: coffeetree