Eriobotrya deflexa |
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Bronze Loquat |
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.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
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:
Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.
One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.