> > Full sun in spring and shade in summer from the medlar? > > Full sun until the medlar leafs out. I think that the foliage may ripen prior to full leaf on the medlar. I'll pay attention this year. > I assume the soil dries in summer from the medlar roots. > > It probably does dry out. I grow a healthy clump of Cyclamen hederifolium within twelve inches of the frit. > Soil pH > > Never tested, but probably acidic due to the huge fagus sylvatica surrounding the property. > Any hints? > > Leave it alone >Arnold > >