Royal Medlar Tree – Rich, Sweet Fruit for Your Garden 🍇🌳

The Royal Medlar Tree is a stunning variety known for its delicious, sweet fruit and robust growth. This tree produces large, round medlar fruits with a soft, honey-like flavor that’s perfect for making gourmet jams, jellies, and sauces. The Royal Medlar Tree thrives in a variety of climates, making it an excellent choice for both novice and experienced gardeners. Whether you enjoy the fruit fresh, dried, or in exquisite recipes, the Royal Medlar will reward you with an abundant and chemical-free harvest. With its rich flavor and beautiful blooms, this tree adds both beauty and productivity to your landscape. Enjoy a delightful treat with this exceptional variety that is perfect for snacking, baking, or creating unique gourmet dishes.

USDA Growing Zones and Chill Hours

• Thrives in USDA Zones 4-9
• Requires 400 chill hours, making it suitable for moderate winters and mild climates 🌞

Pollination & Fruit Production

• Pollination: The Royal Medlar Tree is self-pollinating, so you don’t need another tree for fruit production. However, planting multiple trees nearby can increase fruit yield and improve the size and sweetness of the fruit.
• Recommended Varieties: While the Royal Medlar is self-pollinating, planting varieties such as Breda Giant or Marron Medlar nearby can improve pollination and overall fruit production.
• Fruit Description: The fruit is large, round, and golden brown, with a rich, honey-sweet flavor and a soft, slightly gritty texture when ripe.
• Taste: Known for its sweet, aromatic flavor with floral notes, making it perfect for fresh eating or used in cooking.
• Ripening Time: The fruit ripens in late spring to early summer, typically between May and June, providing a late-season treat in your garden.

How to Plant & Grow Royal Medlar Trees

• Sun Requirements 🌞: Full sun for at least 6-8 hours per day ensures healthy growth and optimal fruit production.
• Soil Requirements 🌿: Prefers well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 6.0-7.5), enriched with organic material for healthy growth.
• Spacing 🌳: Space trees 10-12 feet apart to allow for proper air circulation and ample space for growth.
• Mature Size 🌳: The Royal Medlar Tree typically grows to a mature height of 12-15 feet, making it perfect for both small gardens and larger orchards.

Step-by-Step Planting Instructions

• 1️⃣ Prepare the Soil 🧑🌾: Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil. Amend it with compost or organic material to improve fertility and structure.
• 2️⃣ Dig a Hole 🕳️: Dig a hole at least twice the size of the root ball to ensure room for the roots to spread.
• 3️⃣ Position the Plant 🌿: Place the tree in the hole, ensuring that the top of the root ball is level with the surrounding soil.
• 4️⃣ Backfill & Water 💧: Fill the hole with soil, pressing it gently to remove air pockets, and water thoroughly to settle the roots in place.
• 5️⃣ Mulch Around the Base 🌱: Apply mulch or Weed Pro Weed Mats around the tree’s base to retain moisture and prevent weed growth.

Ongoing Care & Maintenance

• Watering 💧: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during the first year. Once established, water deeply once a week during dry spells.
• Pruning ✂️: Prune annually to remove dead or damaged wood and shape the tree for better airflow and fruit production.
• Fertilizing 🍃: Apply Nutra-Pro 1st Year Fertilizer Paks to promote healthy root development. For mature trees, use a balanced fertilizer annually in early spring.
• Protection 🛡️: Use Max Growth Tree Shelters to protect the young tree from pests, animals, and harsh weather 🌳🛡️.

Ripening Time, Taste & Uses

• Ripens in late spring to early summer, typically between May and June, offering a sweet harvest of honey-like fruit.
• Sweet, soft fruit 🍇 with a smooth texture, perfect for fresh eating, baking, or using in jams and jellies.
• Perfect for eating fresh, making medlar jellies, baking pies, or using in savory dishes like medlar-glazed duck 🍇🍯.

Delicious Recipes

Essential Products for Maximum Growth

• ✅ Max Growth Tree Shelters – Protects young trees from pests and extreme weather 🌳🛡️.
• ✅ Nutra-Pro 1st Year Fertilizer Paks – Encourages strong root growth and fruit production 🌿.
• ✅ Soil Moist Transplant Mix – Helps retain moisture and reduces transplant shock 💧.
• ✅ Weed Pro Weed Mats – Prevents weed growth and conserves moisture 🌱.

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🌿 Start growing your own medlars today! Order from Ty Ty Plant Nursery and enjoy a bountiful, flavorful harvest year after year! 🌳🍇