{"product_id":"big-jim-loquat-eriobotrya-japonica-live-seedling-tree-1-2-feet-tall-shipped-in-6-inch-pot-very-large-sweet-fruit-cold-hardy-self-fertile-variety","title":"Big Jim Loquat – Eriobotrya japonica Live Seedling Tree | 1–2 Feet Tall | Shipped in 6 Inch Pot  Very Large Sweet Fruit | Cold Hardy | Self-Fertile Variety","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"194\" data-end=\"373\"\u003eGrow one of the largest-fruiting loquat varieties with \u003cstrong data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"267\"\u003eBig Jim Loquat\u003c\/strong\u003e, a live seedling tree approximately 1–2 feet tall and shipped in a 6-inch pot with a healthy root system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"621\"\u003eBig Jim is known for producing some of the largest fruit of any commercial loquat variety. The fruit is round to slightly oval with bright orange skin and sweet, juicy orange flesh. It typically ripens from April through May in suitable climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"789\"\u003eThis large-leaf, globe-shaped tree is self-fertile and hardy down to approximately 12°F once established, making it a reliable choice for many warm and mild climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"892\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"800\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a seedling tree. Fruit characteristics may vary slightly compared to grafted trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"985\"\u003eYou will receive a plant similar in size and health to the one shown in the listing photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1007\"\u003e✔️ 1 live Big Jim Loquat seedling\u003cbr data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003e✔️ Height: approximately 1–2 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1079\"\u003e✔️ Shipped in 6-inch nursery pot\u003cbr data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003e✔️ Healthy, established root system\u003cbr data-start=\"1149\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003e🌼 Growing Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1763\"\u003eCommon Name: Big Jim Loquat\u003cbr data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003eBotanical Name: \u003cem data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003eEriobotrya japonica\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1288\"\u003ePlant Type: Evergreen fruit tree\u003cbr data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1323\"\u003eGrowth Stage: Young seedling tree\u003cbr data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1405\"\u003eSoil: Well-draining soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"1432\"\u003eWatering: Moderate; drought tolerant once established\u003cbr data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1488\"\u003eFruit Size: Very large\u003cbr data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1513\"\u003eHarvest Season: Spring (April–May)\u003cbr data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1550\"\u003eMature Height: 15–20 feet (smaller with pruning)\u003cbr data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1601\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate to fast\u003cbr data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 8–10\u003cbr data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003eCold Hardy: Down to approximately 12°F\u003cbr data-start=\"1690\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes when young; best planted in ground long term\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1765\" data-end=\"1900\"\u003e💡 Care Tip: Plant in full sun for best fruit sweetness and size. Light pruning after harvest helps maintain manageable size and shape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PlantNation111","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47812060807409,"sku":null,"price":112.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/4476\/0049\/files\/ListingShopify3_92.jpg?v=1771332802","url":"https:\/\/sejahteraseeds.com\/products\/big-jim-loquat-eriobotrya-japonica-live-seedling-tree-1-2-feet-tall-shipped-in-6-inch-pot-very-large-sweet-fruit-cold-hardy-self-fertile-variety","provider":"Sejahtera Seeds and Bulbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}