Medlar
A great ornamental tree originally from Iran. They have a spreading and weeping habit. With white flowers, most unusual fruit and beautiful autumn colours. Fruits are left on the tree until they have ‘bletted’, semi-rotten, can be eaten fresh or cooked. Medlars enjoy a warm sheltered spot.
Nottingham
Available as bush £60, Half standard £70
Small, partially weeping tree, with a flat crown
Eating and cooking
Large white flowers, large hairy leaves with good copper autumn colour
Self fertile
Royal
Available as bush £60
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