Scientific Name
Eriobotrya japonica

Common Name
Loquat

Hardiness Zones: 8-10
Habit: Evergreen
Growth Rate: Moderate
Site Requirements: Sun to partial shade; moist, well drained soil
Texture: Coarse
Form: Short, slender trunk; dense rounded form
Height: 10 to 25'
Width: 8 to 10'
Leaf: 6 to 9" alternate, simple leaf; wrinkled and dark green
Flower/Fruit: White fragrant flowers in late fall to winter; edible pear shaped yellow fruit in spring
Comments: Accent plant; cold sensitive; modest drought tolerance; usually does not fruit in NC; sensitive to severe cold
Cultivars: --
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