Eriobotrya, Japanese Plum, Loquat 'Fatma'

I have a loquat in Zone 7b and it does very well. In their native China they grow in the mountains at elevations between 3000 and 7000 fe...Read Moreet, so they are pretty cold-hardy (good to around ~10F). However, the fruit will not ripen if the temperature dips below 27F, so if you're looking to get fruit off your tree I recommend bringing it inside for the winter if you live in areas cold winters (that's what I do). If you want it just for ornamental purposes you can leave it outside. They are easy to grow and quick-growing in warm weather. The fruit tastes like a combination of pears, apples, and oranges. A good plant for beginners.

Nice cultivar. Less rhan two seeds per fruit.