Japanese Blueberry (Elaeocarpus decipens) Plant Details
Scientific Name
Elaeocarpus decipens
Bees Particularly Attractive To This Plant
A diversity of bees
Geographical Considerations
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Hardiness Zones
8a to 11
This plant is not native to Florida.
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Yard Conditions
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Optimal Light
Japanese Blueberry grows best in Full Sun.
Light Range
It performs in Partial Shade to Full Sun
Soil Texture
Any Texture
Soil Moisture
Well Drained
Soil pH
Slightly Acid to Slightly Alkaline (6.0-7.2)
Salt Tolerance
Not known
Drought Tolerance
High
Wind Resistance
Not known
Toxicity
Not known
Nematode Tolerance
Not known
Appearance
What will it look like as it grows?
Plant Type
- Trees - Medium
Plant Shape
- Upright
- Oval
Leaf Persistence
Japanese Blueberry is Evergreen
Spread
30-40 feet
Height
30-40 feet
Growth Rate
Moderate
Leaf Size
Medium
Leaf Texture
Medium
Flower Size
Large
Flowering Month
- March
- April
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
Flower Color
- White
Additional Plant Information
Evergreen; pink/white, spring through summer flowers; provides food for wildlife. Black fruit. | Pests/Diseases: none serious | attracts birds
