{"product_id":"blueberry-ash-elaeocarpus-reticulatus","title":"Blueberry Ash - Elaeocarpus reticulatus","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBlueberry Ash - Elaeocarpus reticulatus — Elegant Native with Year-Round Appeal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blueberry Ash is one of SEQ's most underrated native trees. Delicate pink or white frilly flowers in spring and summer are followed by striking metallic blue berries that persist on the tree for months — attracting birds and providing genuine ornamental interest long after the flowers have finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a refined, elegant tree with a naturally neat growth habit. Works beautifully as a feature specimen, a tall privacy screen, or a garden backdrop tree. Tougher than it looks and perfectly suited to Brisbane's subtropical climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrilly pink or white flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e — delicate spring and summer blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStriking metallic blue berries\u003c\/strong\u003e — persistent fruit attracts native birds year-round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNaturally neat form\u003c\/strong\u003e — clean, upright growth with minimal maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvergreen\u003c\/strong\u003e — year-round foliage and colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBird-attracting\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the best native bird garden trees in SEQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile\u003c\/strong\u003e — works as screening, feature planting, or garden backdrop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeature or specimen tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrivacy screening — dense enough to form a solid backdrop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative and bird-attracting gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRainforest-style garden settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoolside planting — clean and tidy, no messy fruit drop issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e300mm Bag\u003c\/strong\u003e — well-established plant, great entry point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e45L Bag\u003c\/strong\u003e — advanced specimen with immediate presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100L Bag\u003c\/strong\u003e — mature tree for instant garden impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowth \u0026amp; Conditions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade — tolerates lower light well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained; prefers moist, slightly acidic soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regular during establishment; moderate once mature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfectly suited to SEQ subtropical conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the berries edible?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe berries are not typically eaten by people but are extremely popular with native birds — fig birds, pigeons, and many others. It's one of the best bird-attracting trees you can plant in SEQ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it work as a screening tree?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes — its dense, naturally upright habit makes it effective for privacy screening. For a solid screen, plant 1.5–2m apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it hard to grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. Once established it's a very low-maintenance tree. Give it good soil preparation, regular water for the first season, and it'll largely look after itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:28px;padding-top:18px;border-top:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-size:0.95em;color:#555;\"\u003e\nLocally supplied and acclimatised to South East Queensland conditions. Need it installed? \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/keycolandscapes.com.au\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKey Co Landscapes\u003c\/a\u003e offers professional tree installation across SEQ.\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brisbane Tree Farm","offers":[{"title":"300mm","offer_id":53567846514967,"sku":null,"price":110.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"45L","offer_id":53567846547735,"sku":null,"price":320.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":53567846580503,"sku":null,"price":695.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/brisbanetreefarm.com.au\/products\/blueberry-ash-elaeocarpus-reticulatus","provider":"Brisbane Tree Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}