Eriobotrya japonica Native purple flowers with white and

purple flowers with white and yellow markings in late May to early June

Bark is dark chestnut-brown

red-flushed colour

May drop leaves in severe winter

Eriobotrya japonica Native purple flowers with white andA quick growing, evergreen plant best grown in a sunny location ideal against a sunny wall. Large leaved foliage gives a tropical effect. Clusters of strongly fragrant hawthorn like flowers after a hot summer followed by (if another tree is close by) unique edible orange or yellow fruits. Excellent in pots. Can usually withstands brief exposure to temperatures below 5C, but survival cannot be guaranteed in these conditions. RHS hardiness rating: H4