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Baltimore replaces invasive pear with tulip poplaras official tree after 52 years

Baltimore has replaced the Chanticleer pear, its official tree since 1974, with the native tulip poplar after Maryland banned sales of the invasive callery pear. Six native species competed for the title, with residents voting before the winner was announced through a costumed tr

This is a source-based summary, not original reporting by Ebenezer journalists. Source: Times of India · Original byline: TOI World Desk. Ebenezer published 10 Sept 2026, 08:30 am. Editorial policy.

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