Bradford Pear Trees in MO

yes, Spring is in full bloom and so beautifully visible on the Bradford Trees everywhere.  Regardless of what they say about this being a sub standard tree, it sure is pretty in bloom.  According to the 'Master Gardners',   A combination of plant physiology and physics makes the Bradford very susceptible to wind and ice damage - in fact, it's rare to see an old planting that doesn't have at least one tree missing a substantial chunk of its limbs and trunk. The angle of the Bradford's branches is generally too narrow, and as the tightly-crowded branches grow in girth, the tree begins to push itself apart. At the first strong wind or heavy ice storm, the tree self-destructs.