Mespilus germanica is a deciduous Tree growing to 6 m (19ft) by 6 m (19ft) at a medium rate.It is hardy to zone (UK) 6 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from May to June, and the seeds ripen in November. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. The plant is self-fertile.
Medlar Care
Mespilus Germanica
What is the plant
humidity
Normal
lighting
Full Sun
hardiness zone
5 - 8
difficulty
Medium
hibernation
Cold Period
toxicity
Poisonous
How to Care for the Plant
Water
It prefers moist soil.
Fertilizer
In March the tree will appreciate a feed with a balanced general-purpose fertiliser followed by a mulch with well-rotted manure or compost.
Sunlight
It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade
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Soil
Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: acid, neutral and basic (alkaline) soils.
Temperature
They are very hardy and will tolerate temperatures well below those that may be experienced in even the coldest parts of the UK. Because they flower very late, the blossom is rarely damaged by frost.
Additional
The seeds contain the toxic hydrocyanic acid (the substance that gives almonds their flavour) and should not be eaten in quantity
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