Loquat Plant

Botanical Name: Eriobotrya japonica
Description:
Loquat is an evergreen fruit tree with large, leathery leaves and fragrant white flowers. It produces small, yellow-orange, sweet-tart fruits. Native to China, it is grown for fruit and as an ornamental in warm climates.
Light:
Full sun to partial shade.
Watering:
Regular when young; drought tolerant once established.
Soil:
Well-drained loamy.
Temperature:
Warm subtropical.
Fertilizing:
Balanced during season.
Pruning:
Light shaping.
Placement:
Gardens, large pots.