Another way you can do this is by looking at their trunks and branches. The overall bark color of the Bradford pear tree is either gray or reddish-brown, and its branches are vulnerable to tearing ...

A row of Bradford pear trees with white flowers - Jilllang/Getty Images ...

For me, this time of the year is marked not only by the returning presence of pollen but by one of my least favorite plants: the Bradford pear tree. As an N.C. native, I have a long history with ...

A Bradford pear tree in bloom is a sure sign that springtime is in the air. You may have noticed the trees by the delicate white flowers they carry, adding to the beautiful seasonal backdrop.

Ohio and Pennsylvania programs aim to stop the spread of the invasive Callery pear tree, which has taken over the two states and threatens native species.