The most successful cultivar of Pyrus calleryana. Medium-high with a narrow, conical to ovoid crown. Remains significantly narrower than 'Bradford', but broader than 'Capital'. Approx. height 12 m. Old bark is rough, greyish brown, and flaking off in small plates. The healthy, glossy green leaves remain on the tree until late in the autumn and then turn lovely yellow and red tints. It blooms profusely, with white flowers in umbels of 6 to 12 together. The diameter of the flower is approx. 2 cm. Fruit rarely appears after flowering. 'Chanticleer' has a deep root system and anchors itself firmly in the ground. Suitable as a solitary tree and along narrow avenues and streets. Prefers neutral to slightly calcareous soil. Also grows in poor soil. Well resistant to air pollution.
Our trees can only be planted when they don't have any leaves. Due to the this we will start delivering again from November 2024.
Pyrus calleryana 'Chanticleer' can eventually reach a height of 8 -12 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.
Pyrus calleryana 'Chanticleer' is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 8 -12 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.
The leaves of Pyrus calleryana 'Chanticleer' turn yellow, red in autumn.
The right time to plant Pyrus calleryana 'Chanticleer' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Pyrus calleryana 'Chanticleer' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.