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Japanese Blueberry Tree

Elaeocarpus Decipiens

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Overview

The Japanese Blueberry Tree, Elaeocarpus decipiens, is an evergreen with a columnar to pyramidal form, reaching up to 40-60 feet in height. Its dense, shiny leaves transition from bronzy-pink to bright green, with autumn brings a striking dark blue fruit contrasted by fiery orange-red foliage. Hardy in Zones 8-11, it requires full to partial sun and offers minimal upkeep once established—a stately choice for year-round interest.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 7–10
Japanese Blueberry Tree (Elaeocarpus Decipiens) — is an evergreen with a columnar to pyramidal form
Japanese Blueberry Tree (Elaeocarpus Decipiens) — reaching up to 40-60 feet in heightJapanese Blueberry Tree (Elaeocarpus Decipiens) — shiny leaves transition from bronzy-pink to bright greenJapanese Blueberry Tree (Elaeocarpus Decipiens) — with autumn brings a striking dark blue fruit contrasted by fiery orange-red foliageJapanese Blueberry Tree (Elaeocarpus Decipiens) — scientifically named Elaeocarpus decipiens

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
7–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Elaeocarpaceae

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Japanese Blueberry Tree (Elaeocarpus Decipiens) — is an evergreen with a columnar to pyramidal form
Japanese Blueberry Tree (Elaeocarpus Decipiens) — reaching up to 40-60 feet in height
Japanese Blueberry Tree (Elaeocarpus Decipiens) — shiny leaves transition from bronzy-pink to bright green
Japanese Blueberry Tree (Elaeocarpus Decipiens) — with autumn brings a striking dark blue fruit contrasted by fiery orange-red foliage
Japanese Blueberry Tree (Elaeocarpus Decipiens) — scientifically named Elaeocarpus decipiens

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