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Loquat (Eriobotrya japonica)

Clusters of woolly white perfumed flowers in winter followed by yellow round/oval juicy fruit. The skin is smooth and slightly hairy. Excellent flavour with a good balance between acid and sweetness. The flesh is firm and has apricot/plum flavour. Each fruit contains 2-8 largest brown seeds. Trees can be biennial bearing.

Great in a container for the smaller garden, or as a specimen tree in the large garden. The round headed trees can be used to shade a patio. Loquats also make attractive espaliers.

Disclaimer:
From 1 July 2022, the propagation, distribution, release or sale of Loquat plants within the Auckland region is prohibited. Exceptions apply if you are transferring an existing plant on your land to another location within the boundaries of the same property. We will ship these from our nursery outside Auckland where they are grown to comply with the rules. Please consider the above when making a decision to purchase this plant.

  

Plant Care  

Light

Extreme summer heat is detrimental but likes full sun or partial shade

Water

A thirsty plant especially during spring-autumn

Soil

Plant in well-drained fertile soil with access to plenty of moisture during the growing season. Prefer good drainage, can handle periods of moderately wet soil or drought

Fertilizer

Moderately nutrient hungry, over feeding will cause a reduction in flowering. Once established, a general fertiliser once a year in late summer is adequate

Wind

Fairly wind and salt tolerant

Frost

Hardy to -10c

Fruiting

3-4 years from planting

Pruning

Prune only to maintain desired shape and open the internal growth to allow light in. Prune after harvesting before summer growth. Can prune so height is kept at a manageable size but also can be espaliered

 

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jaswant Minhas
Very good service.

Very good service.

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Hairong Zhang
Loquat

Delivered as scheduled. Plants are very well packed and healthy.