Pyrus calleryana ‘Aristocrat’

A grafted, deciduous tree from the rose family. This cultivar’s uniqueness is the columnar pyramidal canopy shape, which differs from the original cultivar with its wide, spreading crown. Upon its maturity, the canopy becomes wider and more oval, but the columnar structure remains. The cultivar is characterized by its complete lack of spikes. It is endowed with significant white flowers that cover all its branches in late winter before its leaves bloom. The tree’s leaves are elongated and oval, glossy and dark green. Pyrus calleryana ‘Aristocrat’ is characterized by impressive autumn colors: purples, reds, oranges and yellows. This cultivar has very little fruit.

P. calleryana ‘Aristocrat’ excels in colder areas. It needs auxiliary watering until it is established, and afterwards it requires minimal watering. It grows relatively quickly, and it is resistant to urban air pollution. The cultivar’s excellent properties are renowned throughout the world, and there is plenty of experience planting it in different regions. The tree’s symmetrical columnar structure, flowers and powerful and impressive fall displays make P. calleryana ‘Aristocrat’ one of the most impressive ornamental trees that can be found in the Israeli landscape, and it would be a beautiful addition to any street, boulevard, garden or park in the country.

Additional Rose Trees:
Pyrus calleryana | Pyrus calleryana ‘Aristocrat’ | Prunus amygdalus ‘Um El Fahem’ | Prunus amygdalus ‘Ayalon’ | cherry plum – Prunus serasifera | Taiwan cherry – Prunus campanulata