Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Origin
Hybrid origin
North America, United States, Northeastern United States, Mid-Atlantic United States, Southeastern United States, North-Central United States, Canada
Types
Not Available
Chinese kousa dogwood, Blue Shadow kousa, Weaver's Weeping dogwood
Number of Varieties
Not Available
Habitat
Hedge, hedge rows, Woodland edges
gardens, Near ponds, Wet Woods
USDA Hardiness Zone
4-9
4-8
Sunset Zone
Not Available
2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6
Habit
Upright/Erect
Spreading
Flower Color
White
White, Ivory
Flower Color Modifier
Not Available
Bicolor
Fruit Color
Light Red, Orange, Yellow
Purple, Black
Leaf Color in Spring
Green
Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Green
Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Green
Burgundy
Leaf Color in Winter
Light Green
Not Available
Plant Season
Spring, Summer
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Partial Sun, Partial shade
Growth Rate
Medium
Medium
Type of Soil
Loam, Sand
Clay, Loam
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Well drained
Bloom Time
Spring
Late Spring, Early Summer
Repeat Bloomer
Not Available
No
Tolerances
Drought
Cold climate, Soil Compaction
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Seedlings
Seedlings, Stem Cutting
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
Average Water Needs, Do not water frequently
Allow to dry out slightly between watering, occasional watering once established
In Summer
Lots of watering
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type
Loam, Sand
Loam, Moist, Well drained
Soil Drainage Capacity
Well drained
Well drained
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial shade
Pruning
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Prune if you want to improve plant shape, Prune lower leaves, Prune once the plant is tall enough
Fertilizers
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer
Fertilize in early spring, Mulch
Pests and Diseases
Red blotch
Crown rot, Leaf spot, Red blotch, Whiteflies
Plant Tolerance
Drought
Humidity, Light Frost
Flower Petal Number
Single
Single
Showy Bark
No
Not Available
Foliage Texture
Medium
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Glossy
Glossy
Attracts
Not Available
Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Squirrels
Allergy
Not Available
allergic conjunctivitis, Headache, Pollen
Aesthetic Uses
Not Used For Aesthetic Purpose
Beautification, Cottage Garden, Showy Purposes
Beauty Benefits
Not Available
For treating wrinkles, Makes teeth white, Making cosmetics, Skin cleanser
Environmental Uses
Air purification
Forms dense stands, Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree, soil stabilisation
Medicinal Uses
Astringent, Febrifuge
Acne, Antibiotic, Appetite enhancer, Cough, Diuretic, Emollient, Nutrients, Weight loss
Part of Plant Used
Flowers, Stem
Bark, Flowers, Fruits, Leaves
Other Uses
Planted in shelterbeds, Used for woodware
Application in Handicrafts, Decoration Purposes, Grown for shade, Used as Ornamental plant
Used As Indoor Plant
No
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Edible, Fruit / Fruit Tree
Feature Plant, Foundation, Mixed Border
Botanical Name
PYRUS 'Ayers'
CORNUS alternifolia
Common Name
Ayers Pear, Pear
Alternate-leaved Dogwood, Pagoda Dogwood
In Hindi
Ayers Pear
Cornus
In German
Ayers Birne
Wechselblättriger Hartriegel
In French
Ayers Poire
Cornus
In Spanish
Ayers pera
Cornus alternifolia
In Greek
Ayers Pear
Cornus
In Portuguese
Ayers Pear
Cornus
In Polish
Ayers Gruszka
Dereń
In Latin
Ayro Orbis
Cornus
Phylum
Tracheophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Family
Rosaceae
Cornaceae
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Asterids, Eudicots
Tribe
Not Available
Not Available
Subfamily
Not Available
Not Available
Number of Species
Not Available
Season and Care of Ayers Pear and Pagoda Dogwood
Season and care of Ayers Pear and Pagoda Dogwood is important to know. While considering everything about Ayers Pear and Pagoda Dogwood Care, growing season is an essential factor. Ayers Pear season is Spring and Summer and Pagoda Dogwood season is Spring and Summer. The type of soil for Ayers Pear is Loam, Sand and for Pagoda Dogwood is Clay, Loam while the PH of soil for Ayers Pear is Acidic, Neutral and for Pagoda Dogwood is Acidic.
Ayers Pear and Pagoda Dogwood Physical Information
Ayers Pear and Pagoda Dogwood physical information is very important for comparison. Ayers Pear height is 300.00 cm and width 300.00 cm whereas Pagoda Dogwood height is 550.00 cm and width 490.00 cm. The color specification of Ayers Pear and Pagoda Dogwood are as follows:
Ayers Pear flower color: White
Ayers Pear leaf color: Green
Pagoda Dogwood flower color: White and Ivory
- Pagoda Dogwood leaf color: Green
Care of Ayers Pear and Pagoda Dogwood
Care of Ayers Pear and Pagoda Dogwood include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Ayers Pear pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves and Pagoda Dogwood pruning is done Prune if you want to improve plant shape, Prune lower leaves and Prune once the plant is tall enough. In summer Ayers Pear needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Pagoda Dogwood needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.
