Mespilus germanica
Mespilus germanica is a small, slow-growing tree with graceful, twisting branches. Large white blossoms appear in May, attracting bees. Brown edible fruits and warm yellow autumn colors follow in autumn. Ideal as a specimen tree in sunny, well-drained soil.
Use in the garden
- wildlife: for bees for butterflies
- use: kitchen
botanical information
Features
| height: | 200-500 cm |
| flowering: | May - June |
| color: | white |
| leaf color: | green |
| scent: | scented |
| habit: | wide |
| growth: | medium |
| level: | easy |
| light: | full sun, sunny, morning sun, evening sun, open shade |
| moisture: | average, moist |
| soil texture: | pervious, light |
| pH: | neutral |
| winter zone: | 4 [-30°C] |
| density: | 1 - 2 |
