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Product Description
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🍑 Loquat Fruit Plant — Description
The Loquat (Eriobotrya japonica) is a beautiful, evergreen fruit tree known for its sweet, juicy, golden-yellow fruit and lush ornamental appearance. Popular in home gardens, it offers year-round greenery and reliable fruit production.
Plant Characteristics
Type: Evergreen fruit tree
Height: Typically 6–15 ft (1.8–4.5 m) in home gardens; can reach up to 25 ft in ideal conditions
Growth Habit: Rounded canopy with dense, glossy foliage
Leaves: Large, dark green, leathery leaves with a tropical look
Flowers: Small, fragrant white blossoms appearing in fall to early winter
Fruit Description
Shape & Size: Round to pear-shaped, about 1–2 inches
Color: Golden-yellow to orange when ripe
Flavor: Sweet, mildly tangy, juicy flesh with a flavor similar to apricot, peach, and citrus
Uses: Excellent for fresh eating, jams, jellies, pies, smoothies, and wine
Growing Requirements
Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil
Water: Moderate; keep evenly moist, especially in hot climates
Climate: Thrives in warm, subtropical to mild temperate regions; cold-tolerant down to about 20–25°F (-6 to -4°C)
Container Friendly: Yes—grows well in large pots or patio containers
Maintenance: Low-maintenance, drought-tolerant once established
Notable Features
Fast-growing and early fruiting
Attractive ornamental foliage
Highly fragrant blooms
Suitable for small yards and urban gardens
Produces delicious fruit with minimal care