Baltimore Designates New City Tree Species, Replacing Callery Pear

Baltimore, MD, September 5, 2026 — Baltimore has officially designated a new tree species as the city’s second official tree, marking a change from its previous designation. The Callery pear, which previously held the status, is being replaced.

Details regarding the specific species chosen to replace the Callery pear were not provided. The official decision was announced recently, confirming the shift in the city’s arboreal designation.

The Callery pear, known for its prolific blooming and fruit production, has also been associated with invasive tendencies and susceptibility to fire blight in some regions. However, the specific reasons for its replacement in Baltimore’s official designation were not detailed.

Information regarding the timeline of this decision, the process by which the new species was selected, or the criteria used for selection was not made available. Furthermore, details about the characteristics, benefits, or challenges associated with the newly designated tree species have not been disclosed.

The city of Baltimore has previously had one designated city tree. The naming of a second official tree species signifies an expansion of this program. The contractor responsible for this designation was not identified. The outcome of any related inspections or code violations associated with the Callery pear were not provided. The amount of any fines related to this change was not specified. The exact date of this official naming is not specified.

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