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Nottingham medlar trees

Mespilus germanica
Nottingham
Nottingham has received the RHS Award of Garden MeritNottingham is listed in the RHS Plants for Pollinators
  • Self-fertility: Self-fertile

Nottingham is one of the best examples of this once-popular fruit. Medlars are primarily grown for their culinary value. However they can be eaten fresh - pick the fruit in late October, then store them in a cool dark place for 3-4 weeks to allow them to "blet". The flesh should then be a soft squidgy mush, similar to a ripe date.

Medlar trees are similar in appearance to a spreading apple trees. The branches often grow in an interesting and fashion and the leaves are attractive in the autumn.

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Nottingham organic medlar trees for sale


Sorry we have not produced any trees of this variety this season.

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    Growing and Training

    Nottingham Medlar is easy to grow and well-suited to the climate of northern Europe. However for best cropping, a sheltered location with a sunny aspect will give better results.


    Nottingham characteristics

    • Self-fertilitySelf-fertile
    • Flowering group3
    • Food usesDual purpose
    • Summer average maximum temperaturesCool ( 20-24C / 68-75F)Warm (25-30C / 76-85F)