Loquat Tree 'Shorepointe'
Loquat Tree 'Shorepointe' - 15 Gallon is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Fruit Tree Pot Size Reference Guide
Fruit Tree Pot Size Reference Guide
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We sell grafted fruit trees in various sizes, ranging from young 3-gallon plants all the way up to 25-gallon and larger, mature trees.
As a general rule of thumb, here’s what you can expect from each size:
3 gallon: Will take an average of 2-3 years before harvesting your first crop. Trees are small and may be just a single stem, or just starting to develop their first branches. Typical height is between 2-4 feet.
7 gallon: Will take an average of 1–2 years to produce a crop. Branching structure has started to develop, and trunks are between ½ to 1 inch thick. Typical height is between 3-6 feet.
15 gallon: You can usually expect fruit within a year of planting, and some trees are already fruiting at this size. Branch and canopy structure has taken shape and the tree is starting to grow wider. Trunks are between 1 to 1-½ inches thick. Typical height is 5-8 feet.
25 gallon and larger: These are mature trees, and most are ready to produce fruit or have already produced. They have been pruned and shaped multiple times at this point. Trunks are about 2” thick or larger. Typical height is 6-10 ft.
PLEASE NOTE: These descriptions are generalized - Some species of fruit trees are very quick to produce, and others take longer. For example, mulberry trees can start fruiting at a very young age, even as small as a 3 gallon. Mango, avocado, or sapodilla trees will take longer. Each species grows at a different rate and will take varying lengths of time to establish, and even different cultivars can be more precocious (quick to produce) than others.
Order Pick Up Info
Order Pick Up Info
When you select the “Nursery Pickup” option at checkout, please allow up to 24-48 hours for your order to be prepared for pickup. Once your order is ready for pickup, we will email you to let you know that it is ready. Plant orders may be held at the nursery for up to 10 days. If orders are not picked up within this time frame, a 15% restocking fee will be charged. If you are unable to pick up your order, please contact us to request a quote for delivery.
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Return Policy
Inventory Disclaimer
Inventory Disclaimer
Every day, we take great care to maintain our inventory and make real-time updates as plants come and go. Because our inventory is constantly changing, and because in-store and online purchases are being made simultaneously, it is possible for a short window to occur when an item is physically sold out, but listed as in-stock on this platform. This is rare, but in the case that it does happen, we will contact you right away and either refund the item or offer an alternative. Thank you for your understanding!
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Loquat Tree 'Shorepointe'
Description
Description
An extremely rare cultivar from California, we are probably the only nursery growing it in FL. The fruit is large (egg-sized), with an outstanding flavor that can blow other loquats out of the water. The only downside is that the tree is a strong upright grower, requiring some pruning and shaping to manage.
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Latin name - Eriobotrya japonica
Loquats are one of our favorite springtime treats! Somewhere between a peach and a tangerine in flavor, Loquats are juicy and delicious. The trees are quite attractive, with deep evergreen leaves and a handsome upright shape. Loquat flowers smell of perfume and appear twice per year, with the winter bloom resulting in a crop of fruit ready to pick in March-April. One of our most popular and highly recommended trees, Loquats are a must have in a food forest, and make a great statement piece for front yard landscaping.
Seed-grown Loquat trees are somewhat common, especially in central Florida, but grafted specimens are much more rewarding, producing larger and more flavorful fruit. Typically a grafted Loquat tree will begin to produce in its second year. They thrive in full sun, but will also grow well in partial shade or dappled light conditions. Loquats are drought tolerant once established, needing supplemental water only in drought periods, although regular watering will increase growth and production. The oldest and largest Loquat trees we’ve seen were about 20 feet tall, but in a managed setting they can be easily kept at 8-10 ft by pruning.
A previously under-rated fruit which is gaining in popularity, the Loquat tree is one of our most popular options for homeowners looking for a rewarding and unique fruit tree for their yard. We’ve collected several interesting and tasty varieties over the years, and producing grafted Loquat trees is one of our nursery’s highest priorities– that’s how good they are!
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Size: Easily kept at 10’ with pruning
Sun Requirements: Full sun, or partial shade
Cold Hardy: 10º F, flowers are damaged below 27º
Harvest Season: Spring
Watering requirements: Moderately drought tolerant, benefits from supplemental watering
Food Forest Layer: Canopy, Sub Canopy, Understory
