The loquats are ripening.

This particular tree sprouted a few years ago from a discarded pit, and has provided good crops for several years. Sadly, the tree must be removed within the next couple of years to allow for expansion of a patio. There will still be plenty of loquats for snacking because some of the trees in the loquat hedge along the sidewalk in front of the house are starting to produce fruit (the seeds came from the tree that will be removed).