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Mespilus germanica

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Introduce a touch of historical elegance to your garden with Mespilus germanica, the venerable Common Medlar. This slow-growing, deciduous small tree is prized for its architectural, spreading habit and spectacular late-spring display of large, solitary white flowers with a subtle pink flush. Its long, willow-like foliage provides a lush canopy throughout summer before erupting into a vibrant tapestry of amber, russet, and gold in autumn. The unique, flat-topped 'medieval' fruits are harvested after the first frosts, ripening to a rich, date-like consistency and sweet-tart flavour. Remarkably hardy and disease-resistant, the Medlar is a sophisticated, low-maintenance choice that delivers year-round structural interest for the connoisseur gardener.
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Key Features

Plants by type
  • Shrubs
Flower Colour
  • White
Eventual Height
  • 4-8m
Flowering Month
Planting Position
  • Full sun
  • Part shade
Features
  • Deciduous

How to care for Mespilus germanica

Light:
Grows best in full sun but will tolerate light partial shade.

Soil:
Prefers fertile, well-drained soil and adapts to most garden soils including loam or slightly chalky ground.

Water:
Water regularly during the establishment period; mature trees tolerate short dry spells.

Pruning:
Minimal pruning required. Remove damaged or crossing branches in late winter if necessary.

Hardiness:
Fully hardy and well suited to UK climates.

Feeding:
Apply compost or organic mulch in spring to encourage healthy growth.

Notes

Deciduous small tree or large shrub

Attractive white flowers in late spring

Broad, slightly spreading growth habit

Large green leaves provide a bold appearance

Fruits develop in autumn

Suitable for traditional orchards, wildlife gardens, or specimen planting

Mature size approx. 4–6 m tall × 3–4 m wide

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