The carob tree is a large evergreen tree whose origin is the Mediterranean basin.
The loquat is a large evergreen shrub or small tree with a rounded crown, native to Japan. Its Latin scientific name is Eriobotrya japonica. It has large leaves, 12-15 cm long.
The loquat is a large evergreen shrub or small tree with a rounded crown, native to Japan. It has large leaves, 12-15 cm long and 3-6 cm wide, copper-green on the upper surface and rust-red on the underside. The fragrant, creamy-white flowers bloom in autumn, clustered in dense, erect panicles. The edible, oval fruits, 3-6 cm long, have a pale yellow or orange skin and ripen in spring. It is not particular about soil type, provided it is not too calcareous. It prefers a warm, sunny location and tolerates pruning well.
Physiological and cultivation characteristics:
- It can reach a height of 6 to 10 meters and a width of 5 to 8 meters.
- It belongs to rusticity zone 8.
- It has a medium growth rate.
- It must be in an area exposed to full sun.
- It is a melliferous plant (visited by bees).
- It attracts birds.
- Suitable for small gardens.
- It can be grown in pots, planters and flower boxes to decorate terraces, balconies, etc.
- It can be planted individually but is also suitable for forming groups (more plants of the same variety).
- Suitable for creating shaped hedges.
- It withstands the sea.