Pyrus cal. 'Chanticleer' (Pleached) Summer A popular dessert pear introduced

A popular dessert pear introduced from France in 1849 with fine flavour

tall hedging or a garden focal point

keeping company with the Beech and Oak

this spreading shrub provides high value for wildlife as well as ornamental interest

It is often more vivid in spring

Pyrus cal. 'Chanticleer' (Pleached) Summer A popular dessert pear introducedAn interesting alternative to the usual pleached options, this ornamental pear produces blush to white flowers with the leaves in late spring, provides a glossy green foliage through the summer, then phases to a strong red in autumn, often persisting to Christmas. Small brown fruits sometimes produced in late summer. Moderate to fast growth rate. Deep rooting.