{"product_id":"loquat-oliver-7g","title":"Loquat Oliver 7G","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"237\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"237\"\u003eOliver Loquat Tree in 7-Gallon Pot Available in Jupiter, FL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"239\" data-end=\"589\"\u003eThe Oliver Loquat (\u003cem data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"279\"\u003eEriobotrya japonica\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Oliver’) is a dependable, mid-season variety known for its balanced sweet-tart flavor, juicy texture, and consistent production. Producing clusters of vibrant golden-orange fruit, Oliver offers a refreshing, classic loquat taste that’s perfect for fresh eating, preserves, and sharing straight from the tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"893\"\u003eWell-suited to South Florida’s climate, this variety is both \u003cstrong data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"693\"\u003ehighly productive and low-maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a favorite for backyard growers. In a \u003cstrong data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"759\"\u003e7-gallon pot\u003c\/strong\u003e, this grafted tree is well-established and approaching fruiting maturity—ready to deliver beautiful harvests and year-round greenery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"898\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"954\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"954\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Growing Info (Optimized for South Florida):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"1053\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"969\"\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial sun—6 to 8 hours daily for best flowering and fruit production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1068\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate. Water deeply when the top 2–3 inches of soil dry out. Once established, loquats are relatively drought-tolerant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-draining sandy or loamy soil enriched with compost. Adaptable to a wide range of soil conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1441\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a balanced fruit tree fertilizer 2–3 times per year. Avoid excessive nitrogen to promote flowering and fruiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1443\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1443\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1746\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e USDA Zones 8b–11. Performs well in South Florida and has moderate cold tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1764\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low. Light pruning after harvest maintains shape and airflow. Generally pest-resistant and easy to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003eHarvest \u0026amp; Seasonality:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1973\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003ePlanting Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be planted nearly year-round in South Florida.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1975\" data-end=\"2037\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1975\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003eHarvest Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-season—typically February through March.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2039\" data-end=\"2160\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2039\" data-end=\"2058\"\u003eHow to Harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick when fruit turns deep orange and slightly soft. 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