{"product_id":"neflier-du-japon","title":"Loquat tree","description":"\u003cspan class=\"flex-grow flex-shrink-0 tabular-nums\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col gap-3 max-w-full\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-[20px] flex flex-col items-start gap-3 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words overflow-x-auto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe loquat tree (Eriobotrya japonica) can be grown indoors, but it's important to provide the right conditions for its growth. Here's how to grow a loquat tree indoors:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLocation selection\u003c\/strong\u003e: Place the tree near a sunny window where it can receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. The more light it receives, the better for its growth and fruiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: Loquat trees prefer moderate temperatures, generally between 15°C and 27°C. Avoid drastic temperature variations and protect the tree from cold drafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e: Keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged. Water when the topsoil begins to dry. Regular watering is essential to maintain the constant humidity that loquats enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFertilization\u003c\/strong\u003e: Use a balanced indoor plant fertilizer or a fruit tree fertilizer during the growing season (spring and summer). Follow the fertilizer instructions, generally every 4 to 6 weeks. Reduce fertilizer in autumn and winter when growth is slower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e: Prune the tree as needed to control its size and to remove dead or diseased branches. Light pruning is usually done in the spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePollination\u003c\/strong\u003e: Loquat trees are generally self-fertile, meaning they don't need another tree for pollination. However, gently shaking the flowers or using a brush to aid pollination can increase fruit production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePest and disease protection\u003c\/strong\u003e: Monitor for signs of pests (like aphids) and diseases (like black leaf spot) and treat them as soon as you spot them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e: Keep in mind that even if loquat trees can be grown indoors, they can become relatively large over time. You may need to prune regularly to keep them at a manageable size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"FleurExcel Inc.","offers":[{"title":"5''","offer_id":47019628953904,"sku":"","price":12.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4 gallons - 6 feet","offer_id":66884146430256,"sku":null,"price":249.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/4658\/6672\/files\/IJ-JMG01__J2_6916-Eriobotrya-japonica.jpg?v=1698303981","url":"https:\/\/fleurexcel.com\/en\/products\/neflier-du-japon","provider":"FleurExcel Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}