Big Jim Loquat

Big Jim Loquat Tree

5 Gallon
$119.00
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Big Jim Loquat Tree

Loquat 'Big Jim'

Exceptionally Large Fruit Size • Pure, Sweet Flavor • Prolific Fresh-Eating Variety

$119.00
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Description

The Big Jim Loquat lives up to its name by producing notably large, sweet, and juicy fruit on a handsome evergreen tree. This variety is a top choice for those prioritizing fruit size and pure sweetness, offering a bountiful harvest of delectable fruit perfect for fresh consumption right from the branch.

  • Known for producing exceptionally large, round fruit with thin, orange-yellow, easy-to-peel skin.

  • Flesh is yellow, very juicy, and described as purely sweet with a rich flavor.

  • A self-pollinating, slow-growing evergreen tree with the classic attractive, umbrella-shaped form and large, tropical foliage.

  • An ideal variety for the home orchard where fruit size and eating quality are primary goals.

  • Provides ornamental value with its winter blossoms and lush, green canopy.

  • Fruit is best enjoyed fresh to appreciate its size and sweetness.

Flavor Profile:

  • Flavor: Very sweet, with minimal acidity, offering a rich, honey-like taste.

  • Texture: Exceptionally juicy and tender with large, inedible seeds.

  • Best Uses: The premier fresh-eating loquat. Its size and sweetness make it a spectacular snack. Also excellent for desserts or fresh fruit presentations.

Quick Facts

  • Features:Foliage:Large, oblong leaves (8-12" long) with serrated edges.Thick, leathery texture with glossy dark green surface.Rust-colored fuzzy undersides.Flowers:Small, white 5-petaled blossoms.Fragrant clusters in winter (November-February).Self-pollinating.Fruit:Extra-large size (2-3" diameter).Thin, orange-yellow skin that peels easily.Sweet, juicy yellow flesh.3-5 brown seeds per fruit
  • Mature Size:Height: 15-30 ft.Width: 15-20 ft 
  • Growth Rate: Slow
  • Key Advantages:Superior fruit quality - sweetest loquat cultivar.Ornamental value - attractive year-round.Drought tolerant once established.Low maintenance - minimal pruning needed.Early harvest - fruits April-May
  • Landscape Uses:Specimen fruit tree.Tropical-style gardens.Privacy screening.Container growing (dwarfable to 8-10 ft)

Faqs

  • Q: How big do the fruits get?A: As the name suggests, ‘Big Jim‘ produces fruit that is significantly larger than that of standard loquat varieties, often comparable to a small apricot or plum.
  • Q: Does it need a pollinator?A: No, it is self-pollinating, so a single tree will produce fruit on its own.
  • Q: Is it good for making jam?A: Yes, its high sugar content and rich flavor make for excellent preserves, though its superior fresh-eating quality means many prefer to enjoy it straight from the tree.

📍 Primary Delivery Area · San Francisco Bay Area

Local delivery across the Bay Area — and beyond.

San Francisco Bay Area is our primary local delivery market. Victory Nursery also serves additional California markets and selected extended delivery areas by arrangement.

Regular local delivery: San Francisco, Peninsula, South Bay, East Bay, Marin, Tracy / Mountain House and surrounding service areas.

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