Skip to content
Skip to main content
PatternBase

Asian Pear

Pyrus pyrifolia, Rosaceae

Zones
5–9
Layer
Understory
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

6 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Garden StrawberryFragaria x ananassa
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Italian AlderAlnus cordata
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat
False Indigo BushAmorpha fruticosa
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection
Kura CloverTrifolium ambiguum
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Japanese PlumPrunus salicina

Japanese plum and Asian pear may compete for similar soil resources when grown in proximity

Uses

Functions

Food

Edible Parts

Fruit

Common Questions

What zones does Asian Pear grow in?

Asian Pear grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Asian Pear?

Good companions for Asian Pear include Garden Strawberry, Italian Alder, False Indigo Bush, Kura Clover.

Design guilds with Asian Pear and see companion relationships visually.

Try PatternBase free