Watering medlar

• Medlar Origin
• Medlar care and location
• Cutting medlar
• Fertilizing medlar
• Watering medlar

Medlar Origin

The medlar (Mespilus germanica) belongs to the rose family and is native to southeastern Europe and western Asia. It is also known as the common medlar or wood medlar and was cultivated as far back as antiquity. Medlar trees grow to a height of about 3 to 6 meters. It has been valued for its fruit and medicinal properties for centuries.

The medlar's flowers are small and white, appearing in spring. The leaves are dark green, ovate, and smooth. The medlar fruits are spherical and brownish in color. They ripen between September and October and have a tart flavor. The fruits only become edible after exposure to frost or storage and are then used for jams, jellies, or desserts. In herbal medicine, it is used for its antibacterial, digestive, and anti-inflammatory properties. 

Medlar care and location

Medlars are best planted in sunny to partially shaded locations and require well-drained, nutrient-rich soil.

Cutting medlar

To encourage new shoots, medlar trees are pruned in late winter before bud break. from geschnittenDead branches can be removed at any time. Water sprouts and competing branches towards the central leader should also be removed to make the tree more productive.

Fertilizing medlar

Standard and semi-standard varieties with strong, deep roots generally do not require any fertilizer. In shallow-rooted varieties, the uptake of nutrients is lower, so that fertilization makes sense. By creating a tree ring, medlar trees can absorb nutrients well. The area should be kept free of weeds.

Watering medlar

The most important care measure in the first few years after planting is proper watering. Young medlar trees need plenty of water to develop strong roots, leaves, and fruit. Young trees generally require more water than mature trees. 

Increasing drought and rising temperatures are causing stress for trees. Depending on the specific location and the climate situation, more frequent watering than in previous years may be necessary. During periods of drought, few new shoots are formed, and young medlar trees suffer from a lack of water. Medlar trees should be watered once a week from spring to autumn. They prefer moist soil without waterlogging, making drip irrigation with a tree bath watering bag ideal. Pour Often too much water is released at once, so the soil can only absorb a portion of it. 

With a baumbad watering bag Over a period of several hours, water is released drop by drop through two small holes into the tree. This ensures consistent moisture levels, allowing even the roots near the surface to absorb the water effectively. Baumbad watering bags not only save time and money but also protect trees in the long term. The bag is placed around the tree trunk like a jacket and zipped closed. Next, fill the bag with enough water so that, after adjusting the bottom, no wrinkles are visible, and then allow it to fill completely. One watering bag is sufficient to water young trees. To adequately water larger trees during very dry periods, two or more watering bags can be connected together.