Mespilus is a compact, spreading deciduous tree or substantial shrub featuring broad leaves that display vibrant colors in the fall. It produces white flowers that give way to edible fruits.

Mespilus

Mespilus canescens

Mespilus germanica 'Autumn Blaze' (F)

Mespilus germanica 'Boom en Vrucht' (F)

Mespilus germanica 'Brabant Giant' (F)

Mespilus germanica 'Bredase Reus' (F)

Mespilus germanica 'Dutch' is a compact, spreading tree or sizable shrub featuring elongated leaves that transition to a yellow-brown hue in the fall. In late spring, it produces white flowers measuring around 5 cm in diameter, which are succeeded by russet-brown fruit, also approximately 5 cm in size.

Mespilus germanica 'Dutch' (F)

Mespilus germanica 'Flanders Giant' is a notable cultivar recognized for its large fruit, which is suitable for fresh consumption. This small, spreading tree features elongated, leathery green foliage that transitions to yellow-brown hues in the fall. In late spring, it produces white, cup-shaped blossoms, which are succeeded by russet-brown fruits. This variety is self-fertile and typically yields its harvest from October to early November.

Mespilus germanica 'Flanders Giant' (F)

Mespilus germanica 'Iranian' is a more compact variety of medlar, known for its flavorful fruit that is excellent for fresh consumption. This cultivar is derived from wild medlar populations found in northern Iran and is recognized for its superior taste. It develops into a small, spreading tree characterized by oblong, leathery green leaves that transition to yellow-brown hues in the fall. In late spring, it produces cup-shaped white flowers, which are succeeded by russet-brown fruit. Once fully matured, the flesh of the fruit becomes brown and sweet. This variety is self-fertile and typically yields its harvest from October to early November.

Mespilus germanica 'Iranian' (F)

Mespilus germanica 'Large Russian' is a compact, spreading tree or sizable shrub characterized by its drooping branches and broad, oblong foliage that transitions to a yellow-brown hue in the fall. In late spring, it produces white flowers measuring 5 cm in diameter, which are succeeded by russet-brown fruit that reaches 7 cm in size.

Mespilus germanica 'Large Russian' (F)

Mespilus germanica 'Macrocarpa' (F)

Mespilus germanica 'Monstrous' (F)

Mespilus germanica 'Mr William's Seedling' (F)

Mespilus germanica 'Nespoli del Giappone' (F)

Mespilus germanica 'Nottingham' is a compact deciduous tree with a more upright growth habit than the typical species. It features broad, leathery foliage and produces cup-shaped white flowers during the spring season. This cultivar is known for its flavorful medlar fruit, though the fruits are relatively small, measuring around 4 cm in diameter.

Mespilus germanica 'Nottingham' (F)

Mespilus germanica 'Royal' is a compact variety ideal for limited garden spaces. This small tree has a spreading habit and features elongated, leathery leaves that transition to yellow-brown in the fall. In late spring, it produces white, cup-shaped blooms, which are succeeded by russet-brown fruit. This cultivar is self-fertile and yields fruit from late October to early November.

Mespilus germanica 'Royal' (F)

Mespilus germanica 'Westerveld' is a productive variety known for its larger fruit, ideal for crafting medlar jelly. This cultivar develops into a small, spreading tree, featuring elongated, leathery green leaves that shift to yellow-brown during the fall. In late spring, it produces appealing white cup-shaped blooms, which are succeeded by russet-brown fruit. It is self-fertile and yields its harvest from October to early November.

Mespilus germanica 'Westerveld' (F)

Mespilus germanica is a small tree or large shrub that has a spreading growth habit. Its elongated leaves change to a yellow-brown hue in the fall. In late spring, it produces white flowers measuring about 5 cm in diameter, which are succeeded by brown fruit that also reaches approximately 5 cm in size.