Medlar jelly is still available commercially ... By the 17 th century medlars were firmly established as part of the English landscape, as common a sight as apple and pear trees, their fruit grown for ...

However, John Medlar, a spokesman for the group ... The response consists of a nearby counter-demonstration at noon on the Common’s Parade Grounds, followed by day-of-action events, including ...

Cultivated since Roman times, medlar trees, or Mespilus germanica, are today a rare sight. Yet, this low-maintenance heritage fruit tree has much to offer and is surprisingly easy to grow.

It's worth remembering because medlar is packed with nutritional benefits. Mespilus, as it's called, is a late-fall fruit found in the region from the Black Sea to Iran. The Romans appreciated its ...