Shogun® Series Japanese Blueberry Tree
Elaeocarpus decipiens
SKU
3196
Excellent street, lawn or park tree; bronzy new growth then glossy green foliage. Ornamental effect from older leaves turning bright red before dropping. Numerous tiny scented white flowers; blue-black olive-like fruit in winter that won't stain sidewalks when crushed. Evergreen. Full sun. Moderate-growing to 40 to 60 feet tall, 20 to 30 feet wide. Cutting grown.
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8 - 11 Change
Full sun
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | el-ee-o-CAR-pus dee-SIP-i-enz |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing; reaches 40 to 60 ft. tall, 20 to 30 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Design Ideas | With its beautiful foliage, fragrant flowers and winter fruit, this is an excellent tree for the large garden or lawn. Give it room to spread. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Fragrant |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Contemporary |
| Growth Habit | Oval |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Privacy Screen, Specimen, Windbreak, Wildlife Garden, Urban Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Special Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Ornamental Berries, Showy Fruit, Year-round Interest, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
| Key Feature | Year-round interest |
Thrives in humus-rich, neutral to slightly acidic, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. Apply a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in early spring. Prune as needed to shape.
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