ZZZ DISCONTINUED Loquat (small)

Botanically known as Eriobotrya japonica but also known as Japanese Medlar, Japanese plum or Chinese plum.

A lovely tree with its large attractive leaf, flowers in the Autumn and fruits in the Spring (so you will need to protect the flower to get fruit), orginiated from China. A member of the rosaceaefamily.

• Self fertile.
• Likes a sunny position.
• Prefers free draining fertile soil.
• Evergreen in habit.
• In our experience it is hardy.
• Golden orange fruits (about the size of very big cherries or apricots) set in clusters.
• Loquats taste is a bit like a mix of peach, citrus and mild mango.
• Scented yellowy flowers.
• Can reach 16 - 33 feet (5 – 10 metres) however they are often smaller only reaching about 10 –13 feet (3 – 4 metres).
• An average tree can produce approximately 110lb (50 kg) of fruit given good conditions.

• Culinary Uses
• Good for making pies or tarts.
• Excellent for making jam or jelly.
• Can be used to make wine.

• Medicinal Uses
• Can be used to soothe sore throats.
• Can aid digestive problems.

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