Elaeocarpus reticulatus

Common Name: Blueberry Ash

Description:
Elaeocarpus reticulatus, commonly known as Blueberry Ash, is a stunning Australian native tree valued for its year-round beauty and versatility. This evergreen tree features dense, glossy green foliage with new growth appearing in coppery-pink tones. In spring and summer, it produces masses of delicate, fringed, bell-shaped flowers in shades of white or pale pink, resembling tiny fairy dresses. These are followed by striking, deep blue berries that attract birds. Thriving in Melbourne’s climate, Blueberry Ash is adaptable to various soil types and is highly tolerant of coastal conditions, light frost, and drought once established. It is an excellent choice for feature planting, screening, or hedging in both formal and native garden settings.

Form:

• Tree - Small
• Tree - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 6 - 10m
• Width: 3 - 5m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:

• White
• Pale Pink

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Australian Native
• Bird Attracting
• Bee Attracting
• Edible Fruit (for birds, not commonly eaten by humans)
• Suitable for Hedging
• Suitable for Screening
• Drought Tolerant once established
• Low Maintenance

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Callistemon (Bottlebrush)
• Grevillea varieties
• Lomandra longifolia (Mat Rush)
• Westringia fruticosa (Coastal Rosemary)
• Dianella (Flax Lily)

For more information and photos of this species, Warners Nursery has detailed information available to the public via the following link. 

Elaeocarpus reticulatus