Loquat Overview
DESCRIPTION | Glossy green leaves, sweetly fragrant flowers, and delicious fruit make loquat an all-star small tree. Grow it in the landscape, or plant it in a container to grow the tree as a patio plant. In the landscape, loquat grows to about 20 feet tall and has a round form. Its large leaves give it an unusual tropical texture. Loquats’ fragrant flowers debut in fall. The autumn bloom is a welcome addition when many other plants are resting after a long season of flower production. The sweet, juicy fruits ripen in spring. Bees and wasps are attracted to fallen loquats. Plant the tree away from outdoor living areas to avoid these insects. Loquats grow best in full sun and well-drained soil. After establishing a strong root system, the trees tolerate dry conditions. |
GENUS NAME | Eriobotrya japonica |
COMMON NAME | Loquat |
PLANT TYPE | Fruit, Tree |
LIGHT | Part Sun, Sun |
HEIGHT | 20 to 20 feet |
WIDTH | null to 15 feet |
FLOWER COLOR | White |
SEASON FEATURES | Fall Bloom, Winter Interest |
SPECIAL FEATURES | Cut Flowers, Fragrance, Good for Containers, Low Maintenance |
ZONES | 10, 7, 8, 9 |
PROPAGATION | Stem Cuttings |