{"product_id":"mespilus-medlar-tree","title":"Mespilus' Medlar Tree","description":"\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"height: 145.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 21px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 21px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 21px;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eMespilus germanica\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 21px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 21px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 21px;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e10 Feet\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Width\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ci\u003e8 Feet\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 21px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 21px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight Requirement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 21px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 21px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 21px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 21px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eZones 5-9\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 21px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 21px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTolerance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 21px;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eN\/A\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 21px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 21px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAttracts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 21px;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003ePollinators\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"f_left\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"f_left\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text_exposed_root text_exposed\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text_exposed_root text_exposed\"\u003eMespilus germanica, commonly known as Medlar, is a distinctive small fruit tree valued for its ornamental character and unique culinary appeal. This uncommon species has been cultivated since ancient times and remains a treasured addition to gardens, orchards, and even large patio plantings. Its naturally gnarled branching structure and soft green foliage give it a sculptural presence in the landscape, adding visual interest throughout the growing season.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text_exposed_root text_exposed\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text_exposed_root text_exposed\"\u003eThe fruit is what truly sets Medlar apart. Often compared in flavour to a blend of apple butter, toffee pudding, and subtle warm spice, the flesh develops a rich, fig like complexity when fully ripe. Medlar is widely used in jams, jellies, preserves, desserts, and chutneys, where its sweet, aromatic depth enhances both traditional and modern recipes.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text_exposed_root text_exposed\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text_exposed_root text_exposed\"\u003eA defining characteristic of this tree is the ripening process known as bletting. After harvest, the fruit softens significantly as natural sugars concentrate and flavours deepen, much like the aging of fine cheese or wine. When properly bletted, the fruit becomes very soft to the touch and reaches its peak sweetness and complexity.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text_exposed_root text_exposed\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text_exposed_root text_exposed\"\u003eCombining ornamental appeal, historical significance, and exceptional culinary value, Medlar offers gardeners and food enthusiasts a rare and rewarding growing experience.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text_exposed_root text_exposed\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rooted In Nature","offers":[{"title":"10 Gallon Potted 6'+","offer_id":63249898701169,"sku":null,"price":130.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/0524\/5809\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_978e0003-7824-4f49-850e-efe5c08a9529.jpg?v=1772498885","url":"https:\/\/www.rootedinnature.farm\/products\/mespilus-medlar-tree","provider":"Rooted In Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}