Pear trees are attractive and productive orchard trees valued for their spring flowers, reliable fruit, and upright growth habit. In spring, clusters of white blossoms appear, followed by green foliage and developing fruit. Their pyramidal to rounded canopy provides light shade and strong visual structure in the landscape. Pear trees work well in backyard orchards, edible landscapes, and mixed-use yards. Many cultivars are cold hardy and adapted for northern climates.