Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Tree

Eriobotrya japonica is an unusual evergreen shrub/tree with large leaves up to 30cm long. Eriobotrya usually grows between 3-4 metres (10-12 feet) tall. The huge leaves resemble a Sweet Chesnut but are a deep green colour, very thick and stiff with a whitish furry underside. Eriobotrya have been known to produce edible pear-shaped yellow loquat fruit in the UK in very sheltered areas especially after a hot summer. The Loquat likes well-drained soil (not limey) in full-sun or part-shade and planting against a south-facing wall or sheltered location is a benefit. They are fully hardy to at least -9C, though below -12C they may suffer damage. Continual hard frost will prevent this tree from fruiting as they flower in the winter.

Available now in 10 Litre pots 200-220cm tall.