Bradford pear trees are blooming in Toombs County The leaves may stink, but the Bradford pear trees have added a flair to Toombs County. The Bradford pear (Pyrus calleryana ‘Bradford’) is a beautiful spring-flowering tree that has gained popularity in the past 20 years and is frequently seen in nearly every city within its growing range.  The species is a native of China; the cultivar ‘Bradford’ is adapted to the entire state of South Carolina. More There is a new business coming to Vidalia The Old Walmart (big parking lot) will finally be occupied. The parking lot has been repaved and the parking spaces have been painted for a tractor business that will be opening soon.