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Eriobotrya deflexa

Bronze Loquat

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Norman's Nursery

 

Description

A small, evergreen tree with large leaves that are reddish-bronze and turn green as they mature, this loquat is highlighted by clusters of small, white, fragrant flowers that bloom in the spring on branch tips.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

12-25'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Bronze, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low, Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Clay, Loam

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Tropical

Accenting Features

Espalier, Multi-trunk Tree, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Fall

Location Uses

Lawn, Patio, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.