Ornamental Pear tree for blanks

[BackyardSmokin]

I have an ornamental pear tree that is going to be pulled out of my front yard. Has anyone worked with this wood? Can I turn it while it is still green or do I need to let it dry out first?

Thanks in advanced.

 

[Gary Beasley]

Bradford pear turns well green and gets very hard as it cures. Its a bit bland looking for pen blanks but makes some great looking bowls.

 

[low_48]

Depends what you want to turn. Fruitwood cracks very easily when fresh cut.