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Eriobotrya japonica
Loquat
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: SeaTree Nursery
Description
Eriobotrya japonica is a evergreen tree that grows 12'-25' tall and 12' to 30' wide with large green leaves. It requires average well-drained soil, with half to full sun, and low to medium watering. White flower clusters produce edible yellow melon-tasting oval fruits from March to June.
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Water Saving Tip:
Water high water-use plants separately from low water-use plants.
Low water-use plants can grow with one-half the water needed by high water-use plants, and can be easily damaged from over watering.