Cultivated since Roman times, medlar trees, or Mespilus germanica, are today a rare sight. Yet, this low-maintenance heritage fruit tree has much to offer and is surprisingly easy to grow.
I once cared for a medlar tree growing in the Garden Museum in London and can testify to their resilience and hardiness. Despite harsh winter winds whipping off the Thames, dry soil and baking summer sun, it produced a good crop on a compact and manageable framework.
