Once a decorative darling, the invasive – and pungent – Bradford pear tree is on the outs For decades, Bradford pear trees were the choice of landscapers. But over the years, they developed a ...

Bradford pear trees stink... literally. But there are many other reasons you will want to remove this invasive, ...

The Callery pear tree, native to Asia, is favored for its fast growth, white flowers, glossy leaves and stress tolerance. But the tree is difficult to control and maintain; here's what to know.

The dank smell of the ornamental pear blossom attracts honey bees and flies, specifically, hover flies. And there's a good, but smelly, reason.

Bradford pear trees are banned in Ohio, Pennsylvania and South Carolina. More states are looking to ban the trees, best known for their stinky smell.

This April and May, if you live in or near Kansas City and Topeka and can destroy an ornamental pear on your property, you can get professional help picking out a free replacement tree guaranteed ...

With many different types of pear trees available, there are a variety to choose from and consider for your landscape. Discover four of the best ones!

As you go about your business this third week of April in northern Indiana, you will notice some flowering trees with beautiful white blossoms appearing everywhere.

Why are there so many Bradford pear trees in Ohio, and what's so bad about them? Answers to all your questions about the illegal Callery pear.

Ecologists have declared war on this popular decorative tree As of 2023, it is illegal to sell, plant or grow Callery pear trees in Ohio, with similar bans to hit other states in 2024.

This ornamental pear tree has trunk damage, and if not removed, it likely will fall.

During flowering, honeybees carry infectious pollen from one tree to another. Ornamental flowering pears are a major source of fireblight.