Eastern Redbud vs Beedle Pear - TreeTime.ca

Eastern Redbud vs Beedle Pear

Cercis canadensis

Pyrus Beedle

Eastern Redbud
Beedle Pear

The Eastern Redbud is known for the pea-like pink buds that emerge in clusters on the bark, embellishing the tree in stunning flowers. They have a longer bloom time, sometimes for two to three weeks before the heart-shaped leaves emerge for the summer. Inedible pods emerge that turn brown in the summer, this tree is a part of the bean family.

Native to the Eastern North America. The Eastern Redbud can tolerate acidic and alkaline soil. Plant this as a beautiful understory species or shaded residential yard or garden. The bright pop of color will make an attractive ornamental tree.

Beedle Pear is sweet, soft, and juicy with no astringency making it great for fresh eating. They typically ripen on the tree in early September. The medium-sized pears keep relatively well when compared to other varieties. For most years it is a reliable producer on the prairies.

The Beedle Pear is a cold hardy pear with Canadian roots. John Beedle discovered it on a city boulevard in St. Albert, Alberta.

For fruit production, another pear variety is required for cross-pollination. Can be paired with Krazulya Pear or Ussurian Pear.

Eastern Redbud Quick Facts

Beedle Pear Quick Facts

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Zone: 4a
Zone: 2a
Height: 8 m (25 ft)
Height: 6 m (20 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 4 m (14 ft)
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: normal
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Fruit size: 100g
Flavor: sweet, lacks astrigency
Harvest: early September
Flowers: rose-purple, pea-like
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: medium
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: high
Suckering: none




Other Names: judas tree