× Rhaphiobotrya 'Coppertone'
loquat 'Coppertone'
A rounded, evergreen shrub eventually reaching up to 6m tall. Mature leaves are glossy, dark green and up to 20cm long with new growth emerging in spring a coppery-red colour with rusty hairs. Pale pink, fragrant flowers to 2cm across are produced in late spring and early summer
Synonyms
Eriobotrya 'Coppertone'Rhaphiolepis indica 'Coppertone'
see moreEriobotrya japonica 'Coppertone'
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Size
Ultimate height
4–8 metresTime to ultimate height
10–20 yearsUltimate spread
4–8 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Pink | Red Green Brown | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Pink | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H3Botanical details
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Outdoors, grow in moist but well-drained, moderately fertile soil in full sun, with the shelter of a warm wall. Protect from cold, drying winds. Under glass, grow in peat-free, loam-based potting compost in full light. In the growing season, water moderately and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly; water sparingly in winter
Propagation
Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Coastal
- Conservatory and greenhouse
- Wall side borders
Pruning
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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