Pyrus nivalis

Snow Pear (Ornamental Pear)

Commonly known as the Snow Pear, this form of Pyrus sets itself apart from the rest with its main point of difference being the slightly glaucous foliage which gives the tree a soft, silvery green appearance when in leaf. As well as this, come Autumn, as with other forms of Pyrus, the foliage puts on a vibrant show of bright red colour. The flowers are small and white and may be followed by small fruits which have a mild, sour taste. This tree has a well-balanced structure and is easy to manage having a straight trunk. The grey-green leaf colour lends itself well to adding contrast and interest amongst other plants.

Mature Size 8 x 5m
Foliage Deciduous
Form Round
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This tree currently has the following pot sizes in production.
40cm/27L (1.6-2.0m) In production $165.00 inc GST Register or log in for wholesale pricing
50cm/52L (2.0-2.5m) In production $264.00 inc GST Register or log in for wholesale pricing
100L (1.8-2.2m) Available now $506.00 inc GST Register or log in for wholesale pricing
150L (4.5-4.8m) In production $660.00 inc GST Register or log in for wholesale pricing
Common Name Snow Pear (Ornamental Pear)
Foliage Deciduous 303
Form Round 182
Mature Size 8 x 5m
Family Rosaceae 102
Genus Pyrus 17
Species Nivalis 1
Uses
A notable inclusion in any garden with a bit of width. Often used in streetscapes due to its height, shape and reliable performance. Fantastic autumn colour.
Position & Soil
Prefers a moist, humus rich soil in a sunny position. Can tolerate most conditions but mulching can help retain water during the warmer periods of the year.
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Delivery Fees
Based in Melbourne, Australia, our trucks deliver into Melbourne and its greater metropolitan area, Monday to Friday only. We utilise green life freight companies to deliver beyond that point into country Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia and Queensland.


  • Our trucks deliver into Melbourne and its greater metropolitan area, Monday to Friday only. We utilise green life freight companies to deliver beyond that point into country Victoria.


    • Area bounded by St Kilda, Balwyn North, Ringwood, Woori Yallock, Pakenham, Cranbourne & Frankston. Delivery cost depends on number of trees and confirmation of your suburb: 1-10 $105+GST, 11-20 $210+GST, 21-30 $285+GST, 31-40 $350+GST, 41-50 $420+GST, Full Load $475+GST

    • Area bounded by Williamstown, Footscray, Tullamarine Fwy to Bell St Coburg, Preston, Northcote, Richmond, South Yarra & Middle Park. Delivery cost depends on number of trees and confirmation of your suburb: 1-10 $150+GST, 11-20 $210+GST, 21-30 $285+GST, 31-40 $350+GST, 41-50 $420+GST, Full Load $475+GST

    • North of Coburg bounded by Glenroy, Broadmeadows, Campbellfield, Epping, Diamond Creek, Warrandyte, Doncaster & Heidelberg. Delivery cost depends on number of trees and confirmation of your suburb: 1-10 $150+GST, 11-20 $210+GST, 21-30 $285+GST, 31-40 $350+GST, 41-50 $420+GST, Full Load $475+GST

    • Bounded by areas south of Frankston & Pakenham, Koo Wee Rup, Tyabb, Baxter & Mornington. Delivery cost depends on number of trees and confirmation of your suburb: 1-10 $150+GST, 11-20 $210+GST, 21-30 $285+GST, 31-40 $350+GST, 41-50 $420+GST, Full Load $475+GST

    • Area bounded by Werribee, Melton, Sunbury, Craigieburn, Roxburgh Park, Tullamarine Fwy, Pascoe Vale, Footscray & Altona. Delivery cost depends on number of trees and confirmation of your suburb: 1-10 $175+GST, 11-20 $240+GST, 21-30 $315+GST, 31-40 $390+GST, 41-50 $450+GST, Full Load $500+GST

    • All suburbs south of Mornington and Tyabb, including Hastings, Balnarring, Flinders, Mount Martha to Sorrento. Delivery cost depends on number of trees and confirmation of your suburb: 1-10 $175+GST, 11-20 $240+GST, 21-30 $315+GST, 31-40 $390+GST, 41-50 $450+GST, Full Load $500+GST

    • Area bounded by Werribee, Craigieburn, Healesville, Warragul & Lang Lang. Delivery cost depends on number of trees and confirmation of your suburb: 1-10 $210+GST, 11-20 $295+GST, 21-30 $350+GST, 31-40 $420+GST, 41-50 $480+GST, Full Load $525+GST

    • The city of Geelong and surrounding suburbs. Delivery cost depends on number of trees and confirmation of your suburb: 1-10 $210+GST, 11-20 $295+GST, 21-30 $350+GST, 31-40 $420+GST, 41-50 $480+GST, Full Load $525+GST

    • Areas beyond Geelong, Bacchus Marsh, Gisborne, Wallan, Kinglake, Healesville, Warragul & Lang Lang. From $175+GST depending on tree sizes, quantity required and your delivery destination. Please note: In all cases, we endeavour to arrange delivery direct to your physical address, but it will depend on the scope and ability of the third-party green life freighter transporting your order. Sometimes this process may require a more localised drop-off where trees will need to be collected.


  • We utilise green life freight companies to deliver from our site in Melbourne to New South Wales.


    • From $275+GST per pallet, depending on tree sizes, quantity required and your delivery destination. Please note: In all cases, we endeavour to arrange delivery direct to your physical address, but it will depend on the scope and ability of the third-party green life freighter transporting your order. Sometimes this process may require a more localised drop-off where trees will need to be collected.

    • From $350+GST per pallet, depending on tree sizes, quantity required and your delivery destination. Please note: In all cases, we endeavour to arrange delivery direct to your physical address, but it will depend on the scope and ability of the third-party green life freighter transporting your order. Sometimes this process may require a more localised drop-off where trees will need to be collected.

    • From $320+GST per pallet, depending on tree sizes, quantity required and your delivery destination. Please note: In all cases, we endeavour to arrange delivery direct to your physical address, but it will depend on the scope and ability of the third-party green life freighter transporting your order. Sometimes this process may require a more localised drop-off where trees will need to be collected.

    • From $250+GST per pallet, depending on tree sizes, quantity required and your delivery destination. Please note: In all cases, we endeavour to arrange delivery direct to your physical address, but it will depend on the scope and ability of the third-party green life freighter transporting your order. Sometimes this process may require a more localised drop-off where trees will need to be collected.


  • We utilise green life freight companies to deliver from our site in Melbourne to Queensland.


    • From $410+GST per pallet, depending on tree sizes, quantity required and your delivery destination. Please note: In all cases, we endeavour to arrange delivery direct to your physical address, but it will depend on the scope and ability of the third-party green life freighter transporting your order. Sometimes this process may require a more localised drop-off where trees will need to be collected.

    • From $520+GST per pallet, depending on tree sizes, quantity required and your delivery destination. Please note: In all cases, we endeavour to arrange delivery direct to your physical address, but it will depend on the scope and ability of the third-party green life freighter transporting your order. Sometimes this process may require a more localised drop-off where trees will need to be collected.

    • From $450+GST per pallet, depending on tree sizes, quantity required and your delivery destination. Please note: In all cases, we endeavour to arrange delivery direct to your physical address, but it will depend on the scope and ability of the third-party green life freighter transporting your order. Sometimes this process may require a more localised drop-off where trees will need to be collected.


  • We utilise green life freight companies to deliver from our site in Melbourne to South Australia. We have certification ICA42 for the treatment of Myrtaceae stock delivered into South Australia.


    • From $310+GST per pallet, depending on tree sizes, quantity required and your delivery destination. Please note: In all cases, we endeavour to arrange delivery direct to your physical address, but it will depend on the scope and ability of the third-party green life freighter transporting your order. Sometimes this process may require a more localised drop-off where trees will need to be collected.

    • From $400+GST per pallet, depending on tree sizes, quantity required and your delivery destination. Please note: In all cases, we endeavour to arrange delivery direct to your physical address, but it will depend on the scope and ability of the third-party green life freighter transporting your order. Sometimes this process may require a more localised drop-off where trees will need to be collected.


  • We utilise green life freight companies to deliver from our site in Melbourne to Canberra.


    • From $250+GST per pallet, depending on tree sizes, quantity required and your delivery destination. Please note: In all cases, we endeavour to arrange delivery direct to your physical address, but it will depend on the scope and ability of the third-party green life freighter transporting your order. Sometimes this process may require a more localised drop-off where trees will need to be collected.


  • Due to quarantine restrictions we are unable to deliver into Tasmania.


  • Due to quarantine restrictions we are unable to deliver into the Northern Territory.


  • Due to quarantine restrictions we are unable to deliver into Western Australia.
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