A popular tree planted all around the Chicago area will soon be illegal

Source NBC Local
Original Load Date April 30, 2026, 1:01 p.m.
Last Updated April 30, 2026, 1:01 p.m.
Original URL https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/a-popular-tree-planted-all-around-the-chicago-area-will-soon-be-illegal/3930202/

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A popular tree found outside many homes and on walkways across the Chicago area will soon be illegal to sell or grow after an unexpected turn of events. The [ Illinois Department of Natural Resources ][4] has added the Callery pear, also known as the Bradford pear, tree to the Illinois Exotic Weeds...