How long does it take for a loquat tree to bear fruit?

Loquat trees bear fruit after several years of planting

Loquat tree generally refers to the loquat tree, which is a sun-loving and drought-tolerant plant. It likes warmth and moistness and requires the average temperature of the planting site to be above 12°C. It can be planted in February and March. The main producing areas are Shaanxi, Jiangsu, Gansu, Henan, Anhui, Zhejiang, Jiangxi and other provinces.

Loquat trees grow slowly and have a long juvenile period. It usually takes 4-5 years for them to bear fruit, and they enter the peak fruit-bearing period after 15 years. If they are propagated by grafting, they will bear fruit in about 2 years.

Reasons why loquat trees do not bear fruit

1. If the plant has not borne fruit after more than 5 years of planting, it may be a problem with the variety and soil. Some varieties may degenerate or revert to their original state, and grafting is needed to improve the variety.

2. The loquat tree is a cross-pollinated plant. The male and female flowers of the plant grow separately, so if it is not properly maintained, the plant will not be pollinated well and will not bear fruit.

Loquat tree planting technology and key points

1. Germination and sowing

The shell of loquat seeds is very hard and the germination rate is not high. Before sowing, they need to be soaked in warm water to germinate. Prepare the garden soil, put the processed seeds in it, and wait for germination.

2. Post-management

In the first week after planting the loquat tree, you can place it on the balcony for maintenance, sprinkle an appropriate amount of water every day, and make sure to shade it by about 50%. No fertilizer is needed in the early stages of growth.