Mespilus canescens
Also Known As
- Stern's Medlar
Plant type
tree
size
- H: 15'-20'
- W: 12'-18'
planting zones
- 6a-8b
Mespilus canescens plant details
Mespilus canescens is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Mespilus canescens
- Plant type: tree
- Plant family: rosaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 FT - 18 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Mespilus canescens
- USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
This remnant from woody islands in a sea of Arkansas prairie has few wild plants remaining (ours are grafted on hawthorn); a large multi-stem shrub/tree with juvenile leaves of crataegus, adult leaves ; fruit of medlar. S/M
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Mespilus canescens plant
How to Grow Mespilus canescens
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Fruit
- red
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Scientific Name: Mespilus germanica 'Marron'
Plant Type
Tree, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 15'-25'
Width: 15'-25'
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
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