'Novak' Loquat Scion Wood

NOVAK LOQUAT  

Flavor:  Sweetart Candy, Apricotty
Fruit Size:  Medium-Large
Fruit Type:  Orange (Great Shelf Life), Dense & Juicy Texture
Growth Habits:  Semi-Dwarfing, Extending Canopy, Broadened Ornamental Leaves
Season:  Mid to Late
Tolerances:  Resistant to Drought, Shade, Heat, Humidity, Pests & Diseases, Cold
Growing Zone:  8A or higher (9 is Perfect)
Positioning:  Full Sun, Part Sun

The Novak is a rare variety chosen by Charles Novak of Plant City, Florida, which carries a unique and complex candy flavor of sweet, tart, and sour tones in each fruit. The fruit tends to have random size variances with occasional moderately large ones—sporting a clean, yellow peel. Despite being quite tolerant of intense heat and humidity, the tree is more susceptible to high winds and overwatering. The leaves have a broad shape and are very ornamental. Flowers are very attractive and aromatic. Keeps an outstanding shelf life due to its tart and sour properties, and makes a decent pie, preserve or chilled snack. Novak is an excellent choice for container growing in patio orchards and has been known to occasionally fruit more than once in a season.