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Eriobotrya japonica 'MacBeth'

Family Rosaceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   8a - 11   RHS:   H - FT   EGF:   H4 - G2   Australia:   2 - 5  
Care Level
Height 4.5 - 7.5 m (15 - 25 ft)
Spread 4.5 - 7.5 m (15 - 25 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral to alkaline

Description The tree Eriobotrya japonica 'MacBeth' (loquat) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during mid-fall to late autumn. This plant is upright and has showy, glossy, coarse textured and evergreen foliage that is medium green in colour. The bark is smooth in texture. Showy fruit are produced by Eriobotrya japonica 'MacBeth' (loquat). Eriobotrya japonica 'MacBeth' (loquat) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Border, culinary, fruit, hedge, specimen and topiary.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Eriobotrya japonica 'MacBeth' . Eriobotrya japonica 'MacBeth' is tolerant of drought and salt.