Hi Kazwood,

Manchurian pears are wonderful. Much better than natives! They have stunning flowers in spring, a delightful green canopy in summer and the most amazing autumn display. They should do OK in Perth, although you might not get such a long or strong autumn display. Give them a good soil to grow in - plenty of manure and lots of mulch to give them a good start. They will grow quite quickly in good conditions and very slowly in poor soil.

Thanks Robyn
A friend of mine was told that Manchurian Pear Trees grow well in Perth. Unfortunately the only people who know of them are the ones trying to sell them. I will plant up well with manures and keep well watered. Thanks for your help. I will buying some very soon.

Anyone know of a tree that grows and looks like a manchurian pear tree but also produces an edible fruit such as a pear. Do all pears grow upright ?