If you're looking for uncommon fruit trees that have loads of character and grow fast, the loquat (Eriobotrya japonica) may just be the new garden favorite for you. Picture a tree that matures quickly ...

This article was originally on a blog post platform and may be missing photos, graphics or links. See About archive blog posts. The 20-foot-high tree shaded a walkway with a tropical-looking canopy ...

This article was originally on a blog post platform and may be missing photos, graphics or links. See About archive blog posts. It’s hard not to like the loquat. The tree is small, easy to grow, ...

It’s early summer 2014, and we’ve just finished shopping at the local Chinese grocery store. We extend our walk home a bit, weaving our way through the Richmond District. As a lark, we wander into the ...