Flower colour
Flower style:
Clusters/spraysFoliage colour
Foliage colour
Foliage style:
Coarse and ovalInterest colour
Interest:
Berries/fruitSun
Partial shade
Shade
Well drained
Moist well drained
Moist
Aquatic
Bog/marginal
Hardiness
Zone
0
Plant size:
5m
4m
Eriobotrya japonica
Japanese medlar, loquat
Scientific family:
RosaceaeType:
TreeOrigin:
Asia: South-EastLifecycle:
EvergreenGarden style:
Town/courtyard or seasidePosition:
Border or focal/architecturalSoil:
Clay, loam, sand or chalkpH:
Acid, alkaline or neutralFragrance:
ScentedAspect:
South or eastExposure:
ShelteredShape:
RoundMaintenance:
Little or no maintenanceAdditional use:
CulinaryTime to maturity:
20-50 yearsAwards:
AGM
Description:
Eriobotrya japonica is a large evergreen shrub, or small tree, with large, lanceolate dark green glossy leaves. Leaves are deeply veined, and are produced in whorls, giving the appearance of a big green flower. White flowers are unusual in that they are produced in autumn and winter, and then followed by light orange coloured fruit-loquats- about 4cm in lengt, and oval shaped. The taste is described as a mix of mango, apricot, and citrus fruits. However, the British climate is too mild, and it is rare for fruits to ripen. A handsome small tree for a focal specimen, will suit sheltered city gardens, given full sunshine if possible.
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Sow Plant out Flower Harvest
by Saira-Gregory
Last updated 23 Feb 2012
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