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Grown In The UK.
Established 1987.
UK Mainland.*
Medlar trees are a great choice for your garden as they will provide you with unusual fruits and great ornamental value. The deep brown fruits are covered in russet and, when cooked, make fantastic jellies. Medlars have pretty spring flowers and attractive autumn leaf colour; even if you're not a fan of the fruits these wonderful trees are definitely worth planting for their ornamental features alone.
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Mespilus Nottingham
Medlar Tree
Common Name: Medlar Nottingham TreeLatin Name: Mespilus germanica 'Nottingham'Soil: Deep, moist but well-drained soilPosition: Full sunFlowering period/colour: May to June/ wide saucer-shaped white or pink flowersFruit picking time: October to early NovemberFruit size/colour: Medium/ Stored until the flesh is brownPollination group: Self fertileMespilus germanica 'Nottingham' is an attractive small tree, with a flat topped spreading habit. This tree is highly ornamental as it features twisted branches that form an eye-catching nest. The charming, large white or pink flowers in spring are followed by small russet fruits which can be eaten from October when fully ripe and soft. The medlar tree's fruit is considered delicious by connoisseurs but would certainly be worth plating for its ornamental features alone.
Mespilus Royal
Medlar Royal
Common Name: Medlar Royal Latin Name: Mespilus germanica ‘Royal’ Soil: deep, moist but well-drained soil Position: Full sun Flowering period/colour: May/ white Fruit picking time: October to early November Fruit size/colour: Small-medium/ brown Pollination group: Self fertile The ‘Royal’ medlar is a delightfully compact tree, usually only growing to about 4m in height. This is a great choice for both its fruiting and ornamental value. In spring, the glossy green leaves appear and these are followed by pure white flowers in summer. The fruits are ready in late October – early November and, unlike some medlar varieties, these can be enjoyed fresh and don’t need to be left to ripen. Alternatively, the fruits can be cooked and used in jams or chutneys.
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