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Its elegant white flowers line city streets to signal the arrival of spring, but this once-popular plant has become a threat to eastern ecosystems. The Callery pear tree has been considered an invasive tree for years, but effective Jan. 1, Ohio became the first state to ban the planting and distribution of this ornamental tree.
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The Callery pear (Pyrus calleryana) is native to Asia and was brought to North America by USDA scientist Frank Meyer in the early 1900s. At first, this particular variety of pears was a godsend. Fire blight is a common bacterium on pears that has spread across the country. The species is resistant to the disease, easing the financial burden on struggling farmers. This popular species is also known for its ability to thrive in a variety of environments, making it a popular adaptable plant.