Harringay Persimmons

Comment by Olympia Harvey on December 3, 2009 at 8:57

I think we have one of those in a neighbours garden. My mother-in-law thought they were medlars rather than persimmons though. I'm completely ignorant about such things though! Can you do anything with either?

Admin for testing Comment by Hugh on December 3, 2009 at 9:06

I've no personal experience, but here's a reference for medlars and one for persimmons.

Comment by Alan Stanton on December 3, 2009 at 10:34

I'd guess persimmon. We have a large medlar tree with wide waxy leaves, and thick, very brittle branches. Not like this picture at all. If your neighbour's tree is a persimmon, ask for some of the fruit before the birds and insects get to it - it's delicious. Medlars aren't bad either. Our Italian neighbours like them!

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