How to prune medlar 'nottingham'

Late winter while dormant, or immediately after harvest in autumn. In the first 2–3 years, select a central leader or open-center form and remove competing growth. On established trees, thin crowded branches to improve airflow and light. Make cuts cleanly at the collar — medlars are susceptible to disease through rough wounds.

Annually for light tidying; structural work only in the formative years. Medlar 'Nottingham' is a small, naturally picturesque tree that needs minimal pruning once established. Its twisting, spreading habit is part of its charm. Prune young trees to establish a clear trunk and balanced crown; after that, restrict cutting to removing dead, diseased, or crossing branches and the occasional thinning cut.

In the first 2–3 years, select a central leader or open-center form and remove competing growth. On established trees, thin crowded branches to improve airflow and light. Make cuts cleanly at the collar — medlars are susceptible to disease through rough wounds.