Pyrus salicifolia Pendula 8/10cm

Pyrus salicifolia 'Pendula' – The Weeping Silver Pear

Pyrus salicifolia 'Pendula', commonly known as the Weeping Silver Pear, is an elegant small tree with cascading branches and narrow, willow-like silver-grey leaves. Its graceful habit, spring blossom, and silvery foliage make it a superb ornamental choice for contemporary, Mediterranean, or formal garden designs.

Seasonal Highlights

• Spring: Clusters of creamy-white flowers appear, attracting bees and pollinators.

• Summer: Slender, silvery foliage provides shimmering colour and soft movement in the breeze.

• Autumn: Leaves maintain their silver tones before falling, with small, inedible fruits sometimes produced.

• Winter: Cascading bare branches form a graceful silhouette.

Key Features

• Distinctive silvery foliage – Willow-like leaves give a shimmering, Mediterranean look.

• Graceful weeping habit – Cascading branches form a dome-like canopy.

• Spring blossom – Clusters of white flowers add seasonal charm.

• Compact size – Typically 3–5m, making it ideal for smaller gardens.

• Low maintenance – Hardy, drought-tolerant, and reliable.

Perfect For

• Specimen planting – A striking feature tree for lawns, patios, or courtyards.

• Mediterranean-style gardens – Silvery foliage complements sun-loving plants.

• Formal designs – Elegant weeping habit suits structured landscapes.

• Wildlife gardens – Spring flowers support pollinators.

Growing Tips

• Sun/Position: Best in full sun for strongest silver colouring.

• Soil: Thrives in well-drained soils; drought-tolerant once established.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK.

• Care: Minimal pruning required; shape lightly after flowering if needed. Water regularly in the first year until established.

Looks Great With

• Lavender and rosemary – Enhance its Mediterranean style.

• Ornamental grasses – Add texture and movement beneath the canopy.

• Spring bulbs – Crocus, Tulips, or Daffodils underplanting for seasonal contrast.

• Dark evergreens – Yew or Holly highlight the silver tones of the foliage.

Pyrus salicifolia 'Pendula' is an elegant weeping pear that combines silvery foliage, graceful form, and spring blossom. Compact, hardy, and easy to grow, it’s perfect as a specimen tree for bringing sophistication and year-round interest to gardens of all sizes.

Pyrus salicifolia Pendula 8/10cm Grasslands Nursery

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.