Callery Pear ‘Chanticleer’ | Plant Profile

Callery Pear ‘Chanticleer’ (Pyrus calleryana) are narrow, upright growing ornamental trees with spectacular white flowers. In spring, bright white flowers envelope the branches. The narrow foliage is dark green in summer, but become red, purple or bronze in the fall.

‘Chanticleer’ prefers a wide range of soils as long as they are well drained. Full sun is best. They are able to tolerate drought, urban pollution and clay soils.

‘Chanticleer’ are popular ornamental choices for small spaces. The symmetrical, columnar shape is perfect for front yards and entrances. Their tolerance of urban pollution makes them popular street trees.