Medlar ‘Nottingham’ Fruit Tree – Large 5–6ft Tall in a 7.5 Litre Pot – Traditional Heritage Fruit Tree – By Direct Plants
Rediscover one of Britain's finest traditional orchard fruits with the beautiful Medlar ‘Nottingham’ Fruit Tree, supplied here as a premium large specimen approximately 5–6ft tall in a 7.5 litre pot by Direct Plants. Carefully grown and selected at our award-winning family nursery in Norfolk, this exceptional heritage fruit tree is prized for its ornamental beauty, abundant spring blossom, spectacular autumn colour, and unique edible fruits.
The Nottingham Medlar is regarded as one of the finest Medlar varieties available, producing larger, higher-quality fruits than many older selections. A favourite in traditional English orchards for centuries, its distinctive fruits are harvested in late autumn and traditionally enjoyed after bletting, when they soften naturally to develop a rich, sweet flavour, perfect for preserves, jellies, desserts, wines, and traditional recipes.
In spring, the tree becomes covered in large, elegant white blossom, attracting bees and pollinating insects. Throughout summer, its attractive green foliage creates a graceful canopy before transforming into vibrant shades of golden yellow, orange, and bronze during autumn, making it as ornamental as it is productive.
Supplied as a strong, healthy, well-established specimen in a large 7.5 litre pot, this premium fruit tree offers instant impact and years of reliable harvests.
(Mespilus germanica ‘Nottingham’ – Deciduous Fruit Tree, approx. 10–15ft / 3–4.5m at maturity depending on growing conditions and pruning)
Spring:
Large, elegant white blossoms appear across the branches, creating a beautiful display while attracting bees and beneficial pollinators.
Summer:
Fresh green foliage provides an attractive rounded canopy as the distinctive fruits begin to develop.
Autumn Harvest:
Unique russet-brown fruits mature during late autumn and are traditionally enjoyed after bletting, when they develop a delicious rich, sweet flavour.
Autumn Colour:
The foliage turns brilliant shades of yellow, orange, and bronze, creating a spectacular seasonal display.
Habit:
Develops into a compact, rounded ornamental fruit tree with attractive branching, making it ideal for gardens, orchards, and heritage planting schemes.
Fully hardy and easy to grow, Medlar ‘Nottingham’ thrives in fertile, well-drained soil and performs best in a sunny or partially shaded position.
• One of the finest traditional heritage fruit trees
• Produces delicious fruits ideal for preserves, jellies, wines, and desserts
• Beautiful large white blossom in spring
• Outstanding golden autumn foliage
• Compact tree suitable for most gardens
• Excellent ornamental and productive value
• Hardy, reliable, and easy to grow
• A fascinating and unusual addition to any orchard or fruit garden
• Traditional orchards
• Heritage fruit collections
• Kitchen gardens and edible landscapes
• Cottage and country gardens
• Wildlife-friendly gardens
• Gardeners looking for unusual and historic fruit varieties
• Plant in fertile, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position
• Water regularly during the first growing season until established
• Apply mulch annually to retain moisture and suppress weeds
• Prune lightly during winter to maintain shape and encourage healthy growth
• Feed each spring with a suitable fruit tree fertiliser for optimum growth and fruit production
• Fruits should be harvested in late autumn and allowed to blett naturally before eating.
• Medlar ‘Nottingham’ Fruit Tree
• Approx. 5–6ft tall
• Supplied in a large 7.5 litre pot with strong established roots
• Premium large specimen for instant impact
• Beautiful white spring blossom
• Produces traditional heritage Medlar fruits
• Spectacular autumn foliage colour
• Hardy deciduous fruit tree
• Ideal for gardens and home orchards
• Check out our planting guide to help your fruit tree thrive
Our range of fruit trees is professionally grown and selected at our nursery in Norfolk. We specialise in large, established trees that provide instant impact and long-term value, delivered directly to your door in our bespoke, high-quality live tree packaging via one of our trusted couriers.
All our fruit trees are fully hardy outdoor varieties suitable for most garden soil types and planting schemes. They are ideal for creating productive gardens while providing beautiful blossom, seasonal interest, and generations of homegrown harvests.
From Direct Plants, an award-winning nursery and trusted family brand, known for producing strong, healthy, high-quality trees and plants.
You will receive 1 Medlar ‘Nottingham’ Fruit Tree approximately 5–6ft tall in a 7.5 litre pot – a premium heritage fruit tree producing unique traditional Medlar fruits alongside beautiful spring blossom and spectacular autumn colour, perfect for home orchards and gardeners looking to grow something truly special.
