My Bradford Pear Tree Won't Bloom
Bradford pear trees are grown in part for the fruit they produce and also because they have attractive blossoms in the spring. If a Bradford pear tree fails to bloom one year, it could point to health problems for the tree. Identify why the pear tree did not bloom to solve it and restore the tree to health. Although one season of blooms may be lost, helping keep the Bradford pear tree healthy is important. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Purify a pair of pruning shears with wood alcohol before pruning the Bradford pear, and in between pruning each branch. Sick branches can infect the whole tree and prevent it from blooming; annual pruning can help keep Bradford pear trees healthy.
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Check the Bradford pear tree for any broken, dead or diseased branches. Signs of disease can include cankers, missing or peeling bark or wilt. Cut off branches at an angle to encourage healthy growth.
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Examine the Bradford pear for signs of pest infestation. Trees weakened by insect or fungal damage may not produce blooms. Treat pest infestations or fungal diseases with the appropriate pesticide; follow all directions on the package for best results.
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Use a shovel to improve drainage in the soil around the base of the Bradford pear tree. Trees that grow in soil with too much moisture can suffer or even drown, and weakened trees will not produce flowers. Keep the soil irrigated so that it remains moist without becoming saturated.
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Add fertilizer to the soil around the base of the Bradford pear. Soil that is deficient in nutrients will prevent a pear tree from producing blooms. Add fertilizer according to the directions and the needs of the tree.
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Tips & Warnings
Keep in mind that Bradford pear trees do not produce blooms until they are five years old. Young trees will not produce flowers.
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