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Pear Hawthorn, Pear Haw, Pear Thorn
Crataegus calpodendron

Rosaceae

Pear hawthorn grows in dry open woods in the Pineywoods of east Texas, where it is uncommon although it is widespread throughout the southeastern U.S. It has dull yellow to orange-red pear-shaped fruit.

Plant Habit or Use: medium tree

Exposure: sun partial sun

Flower Color: white

Blooming Period: spring

Fruit Characteristics: yellow to orange-red pear-shaped fruit.

Height: to 20 ft.

Width: to 20 ft.

Plant Character: deciduous

Heat Tolerance: high medium

Water Requirements: medium low

Soil Requirements: adaptable

USDA Hardiness Zone: 4

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