Medlar Scions Wanted and Rootstock Question

12 years ago

Hi All,

I'm looking for scions from named Medlar varieties, either for sale or trade. I know its a bit early, but I'm already excited about next year, and just want to see whats available.

Also, I have read that both pear and hawthorn are compatible rootstocks. Is there any advantage of using one of these over the other?

Thank you-

Dan

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wildforager
12 years ago
I have grafted medlar onto both hawthorn and prear rootstock. Hawthorn took and the scion leafed out and then failed repeatedly. Pear and quince have been a winners every time for rootstock. Don't waste your time with hawthorn.

-Little John
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wildforager
12 years ago
Oh yea, you can get medlar scion from the USDA germplasm bank.

Here is a link that might be useful: USDA - Medlars
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peony_heaven
Original Author
12 years ago
Little John,

Thanks for sharing your experience, I'll graft onto quince rootstock like you suggest. Also, thanks for the link to the USDA Medlar holdings.
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flatwoods_farm
12 years ago
I use loquat for the rootstock. It boosts the growth rate of medlars. I'm in zone 9 so you may not be able to grow that up there.Paul.
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