Loquat Champaign 7G

Champagne Loquat Tree in 7-Gallon Pot Available in Jupiter, FL

The Champagne Loquat (Eriobotrya japonica ‘Champagne’) is a premium loquat variety prized for its exceptionally sweet, low-acid flavor and smooth, juicy texture. Unlike more tart loquats, Champagne offers a mellow, dessert-like taste that makes it perfect for fresh eating straight off the tree.

With its lush evergreen foliage and clusters of golden-orange fruit, this tree is both ornamental and highly productive—bringing beauty and abundance to your landscape. In a 7-gallon pot, this grafted tree is well-established and nearing fruiting maturity, ready to deliver delicious harvests in your South Florida garden.

Care & Growing Info (Optimized for South Florida):

Sunlight: Full sun to partial sun—6 to 8 hours daily for optimal flowering and fruit production.

Watering: Moderate. Water deeply when the top 2–3 inches of soil dry out. Once established, loquats are fairly drought-tolerant.

Soil: Well-draining sandy or loamy soil enriched with compost. Adaptable to a variety of soil conditions.

Fertilizer: Apply a balanced fruit tree fertilizer 2–3 times per year. Avoid excessive nitrogen to encourage flowering and fruiting.

Growth Habit: Small to medium evergreen tree with a dense, rounded canopy. Typically grows 10–20 feet but can be maintained smaller with pruning. In a 7-gallon pot, trees are generally 3–5 feet tall and well-established.

Temperature: USDA Zones 8b–11. Performs well in South Florida and has moderate cold tolerance.

Maintenance: Low. Light pruning after harvest maintains shape and airflow. Generally pest-resistant and easy to grow.

Harvest & Seasonality:

Planting Time: Can be planted nearly year-round in South Florida.

Harvest Time: Early to mid-season—typically January through February.

How to Harvest: Pick when fruit turns deep golden-orange and slightly soft. Best enjoyed fresh or used in desserts and preserves.

Fruit Characteristics: Medium-sized golden-orange fruit with smooth skin. Flesh is juicy, very sweet, and low in acidity with a smooth, refreshing flavor.

Medicinal & Nutritional Benefits:

Loquats are rich in Vitamin A, Vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants. They support immune health, digestion, and skin vitality—especially valuable during the winter season.

Ideal For:

• South Florida backyard orchards
• Early-season fruit production
• Edible landscapes and ornamental gardens
• Gardeners seeking sweet, low-acid fruit
• Families and fresh fruit lovers

Plant Classification:

Scientific Name: Eriobotrya japonica ‘Champagne’
Common Name: Champagne Loquat
Plant Type: Subtropical fruit tree
Family: Rosaceae (rose family)
Class: Dicot – Broadleaf evergreen
Growth Form: Dense, rounded canopy
Evergreen/Deciduous: Evergreen
Perennial or Annual: Perennial—produces fruit annually once established

Container Size: 7-gallon pot