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Medlar trees (Mespilus germanica) are easy to grow, productive, generally problem-free and need little pruning. They produce large white flowers in late spring, followed by small rounded fruits (about 5cm/2in across) for picking in autumn, and fiery-tinted autumn foliage.
Jun 21, 2021 · How To Grow Medlar Trees. Medlars are extremely hardy trees, and are well suited to the UK climate having been a popular UK fruit for well over 600 years. They tolerate frost well, and can survive temperatures far below those that the British climate would usually see.
Jul 10, 2023 · This intriguing and unusual plant makes a fine addition to any garden. Here’s how to grow and care for a Medlar Tree in your garden.
Jun 3, 2022 · How Fast Do Medlar Trees Grow? The medlar is a fairly slow-growing tree with a small, compact growth habit. It will typically reach around 20 meters in height, but dwarf varieties are available and topping can also reduce its reach.
Normally, grafted medlar trees grow to a height of 3m / 10ft and a width of 4m / 13ft, a very nice size for many gardens. HOW TO GROW AND CARE FOR MEDLAR TREES IN THE UK. You can basically treat your medlar tree exactly as for apple trees with a few exceptions listed now.
PLANTING. Medlars tolerate most soils but won’t be happy in very chalky or badly drained soil. They will do best in a warm, sheltered site in sun but can be grown in partial shade. A partially shady location is adequate but trees planted in bright and sunny spots will be the most fruitful.
May 12, 2023 · Medlars are small trees with attractive flowers and decorative edible fruits which, in taste and texture, resemble apple puree. They are unusual, hardy, and disease-resistant and will give you a hearty crop of delicious medlars for eating raw and making jam, cheese or jelly.