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Pear (Pyrus communis) Care Guide

Care guide for Pear: light, watering, humidity, soil and temperature, based on the species' botanical profile.

Pear

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⚠️ Pear is toxic to pets — see the toxicity page.

Care at a glance

WaterWater roughly every 10 days, let the top 2-3 cm of soil dry out between waterings. Drought-sensitive — don't let it dry out completely.
TemperatureTemperate: 12-24 °C (54-75 °F).
SoilWell-draining mix, slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.2-6.7).
Growthfast growth. Mature height ~15.2 m (50.0 ft).
Origin

Native to: Albania, Austria, Baltic States, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria.

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Reference guidance based on the species' botanical profile; adjust to your home conditions.