Mespilus germanica
(Medlar)
Mespilus germanica is native to South East Europe, but has been long grown in the UK. It is a distinctive, small tree which has large, leathery leaves, large white, star shaped flowers and long spines mixed up with the foliage. Mature specimens can develop beautiful broad crowns formed into a natural umbrella. Autumn colour is a brilliant golden yellow/brown.
The fruits (medlars) are only eaten when they are bletted (over-ripe), and can be made into delicious preserves, medlar cheeses or jellies.
Ideally planted in a warm location on slightly acidic soil, it will tolerate both heat and urban pollution.
This plant is available from Deepdale Trees as a multistem, standard or half standard plant.
Plant Profile
Name: Mespilus germanica
Common Name: Medlar
Family: Rosaceae
Height: 3-5m
Shape: Small tree with broad crown
Leaves: Dark green, eliptical
Flower: Large white, May/June
Autum colour: Yellow
Fruit: Apple shaped, brown, edible fruits
Mespilus germanica (Medlar) - 3-3.5m multistems
Mespilus germanica - summer flower
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