Does the Loquat tree need a pollinator. If so what.
Thank you for sending us your gardening question about pollinating loquat trees. If you are planting only one tree, make sure it is self-pollinating. Some varieties need another tree for pollination.
This article should be helpful:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/fegen/self-pollinating-fruit.htm
Tree is within 200m of the Indian Ocean. It is about 40 years old and in very good health. Lots of fruit fall and the Port Lincon Parrots get most of the rest. What we do bet are large and sweet. Regards
Yes, this will be perfectly normal! Early Autumn is the normal bloom time for these trees.
Here is an article that will help you to care for these trees: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/loquat/growing-loquat-fruit.htm
Hi, Do you know why I would get a big brown spot on the side of several of my loquat fruit? Thank you.
This can happen with too much sun. The fruit does not tolerate direct sunlight very well, and can get worse when moisture is present.
There is a chance that there could be a true magnesium deficiency, but this is not very likely.
Here is a collection of articles that will help:
This tree was planted about 2 years ago. In full sun morning till evening. Branches becoming leggy due to leaf dropping continuously. Admittingly, last year I applied maybe too much fertilizer (Fertilome Tree and Shrub & if I am correct Milogranite during the same season. I have asked this question previously . I have not fertilized this year per your recommendation and did buy a 6-6-6 to apply when it's ready to be ready. I have had a spurt of new season growth this year but some are yellowing and browning, then dropping . The dropping is like an everyday occurrence. The tree does have character regardless of the leggy branches but do you think this tree will recover in your honest opinion? I do thank you for your help and know we are not miracle workers can really need some "What To Do" help. Regards
This article should help. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/loquat/loquat-losing-leaves.htm
If it's a fungal infection, treat the soil with a combination of a HANDFUL of DOLOMITIC LIME per tree and a TABLESPOON of WETTABLE SULFUR as well. This will treat the infection in the soil. Then you can spray the upper portions with a fungicide.
This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-fungicides-in-garden.htm
Loquat leaves are turning yellow with brown spots then drops. Some of the branches are peeling.
Looks to have a bacterial infection! Erwinia control can be difficult and will require diligence on your part. This article will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/loquat/treat-fire-blight-in-loquat-trees.htm
Is there anything I can do to make the tree flower and produce fruit?
Usually, they fruit at around 4 to 8 years of age, from seed. There is the rare occasion that a seed grown tree will not produce blooms or fruit, however.
The first few things to do will be to test soil nutrients, pH, and make sure that the soil is not compacted. Once you know that these things are within acceptable limits, then you can begin to diagnose why it is not flowering or fruiting properly.
Here are some articles that will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/making-sure-soil-drains-well.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-moisture-in-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/soil-texture-jar-test.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/soil-ph-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-soil.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/loquat/growing-loquat-fruit.htm
this tree is about 10-12 years old and is about 12 feet tall
A rule of thumb is that no tree should be trimmed more than one-third of its height. If you need to prune your 12 foot tree, pruning off any more than 4 feet of it could cause the tree to die. Here's an article that may help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/fegen/fruit-tree-pruning.htm
If you need more help with this tree, I would recommend consulting with a certified arborist.