Natural State Snapshots
March 6-12, 2017
Photo by Karen Dunphy
Like last weeks Magnolia tree photo, the ornimental Bradford pear is also an early bloomer, spreading white petals like snow in the wind. Bradfords life expectancy is only 12-15 years, due to the shape of its growth. It has a tendency to break apart easily during windy weather. To help prevent this, pruning is advised after the bloom.