Loquat
Eriobotrya japonica
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Jul 19, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
About Loquat
Loquat (Eriobotrya japonica) is an evergreen tree from China prized in NE Florida for its large, corrugated leaves, fragrant white autumn flowers, and clusters of sweet-tart orange-yellow fruits ripening in late winter to spring. A fast-growing landscape specimen that also attracts bees and pollinators during its winter bloom. Starting at $84.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Fall, Winter
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Good planting window.
Active growing season.
Bloom season.
Bloom season. Retains foliage through winter. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Grows best in full sun but tolerates partial shade; full sun placement in NE Florida promotes the best fruit production and dense canopy development.
Water regularly until established, then loquat is moderately drought tolerant. In NE Florida, supplemental irrigation during dry winters helps flower and fruit development; avoid overwatering in heavy soils.
Grows in a wide range of well-drained soils from sandy to loam; apply a balanced citrus-type fertilizer in spring and summer, but avoid overfertilizing with nitrogen as it increases susceptibility to fire blight. Ensure good air circulation to minimize disease.
Similar needs
Kumquat
Shares 5 of the same needs: full sun, moderate water, sandy, zone 9a hardiness, and pollinator-friendly.
American Persimmon
Shares 4 of the same needs: full sun, moderate water, sandy, and pollinator-friendly.
Red Mulberry
Shares 4 of the same needs: full sun, moderate water, sandy, and zone 9a hardiness.
Ageratum
Shares 5 of the same needs: full sun, moderate water, sandy, zone 9a hardiness, and pollinator-friendly.
Alyssum
Shares 5 of the same needs: full sun, moderate water, sandy, zone 9a hardiness, and pollinator-friendly.
Amethyst Flower
Shares 5 of the same needs: similar light, moderate water, sandy, zone 9a hardiness, and pollinator-friendly.
You may also like
Common questions
Is Loquat a good plant for St. Augustine?
Loquat is a fruit tree for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 15-25 feet × 15-20 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.