Pear Tree

Description:

It is a type of pear tree, however I'm unsure of the variety of pear that it is, but it is a variety that thrives quite well in the Albertan climate, shown by its size and high level of health. The tree is quite large, located on the west side of one of the on campus buildings. Because of it's height, the top branches do get morning sun exposure, whilst the rest of the tree gets afternoon and evening sun exposure. The tree has rough and scaly bark, which shows no signs of ill health, fungus or any pests infesting it. The tree also has several overripe and rotting pears under the base of it, with almost no fruit actually still hanging from the tree. It is October 4th, and the leaves on the tree still remain a lush green with only a slight blush of autumn colour from the tree just beginning to get ready to lose its leaves. The tree is quite healthy, with no major issues present. However, there are indeed minor health hazards (but not health issues) present, which I will explain in the notes section.

Habitat:

The habitat is, as said in the description, on the west side of one of the buildings on the Olds College campus, in one of the gardens that resides on the sides of many of the Olds College buildings. The tree seems to have an adequate amount of space, with good air flow. It also seems to receive an adequate amount of sunshine because of its height. Because of all the other trees around campus, the tree seems to be fairly sheltered by wind, which is a plus. Overall, that is the tree's habitat.

Notes:

The health hazards that I have found out, are the following. In photo number 3, there are dead branches, which must be removed to prevent rot or fungus from forming on them and spreading to the rest of the healthy tree, but also, if they remain, new growth may reach out to it and rub against the branches, causing scars and openings which may ultimately also cause the tree to get fungus or any other diseases/pests. In the last two photos taken as well, there are also branches that may also be at risk of rubbing, causing the same issues as previously described. To conclude this, I will say that the tree is overall very healthy with no visible health issues. However, as described, there are health risks to the tree that may be a good idea to have attention brought to.