Japanese Blueberry (Pom Pom) – Elaeocarpus decipiens

General Landscape Uses: Wildlife attraction, evergreen interest Ecological Restoration Notes: Soil stabilization, carbon sequestering, wildlife support Description: The Japanese Blueberry is a unique ornamental tree. It is a rare tree that requires no maintenance and has a luscious dense canopy. This evergreen is a great specimen tree. Dimensions: Height 20 ft. Growth Rate: Moderate to fast Native Range: China, Japan, and parts of Southeast Asia Native Habitats: Lowland and mountainous forests, coastal and inland forests Soils: Well-drained, loamy or sandy, neutral to slightly acidic (pH 6 – 7.5) Nutritional Requirements: Moderate Salt Water Tolerance: Low to moderate Salt Wind Tolerance: Low to moderate Drought Tolerance: Moderate Light Requirements: Full Sun Flower Color: White Flower Characteristics: Small, fragrant, bell-like shape Flowering Season: Late spring to early summer Fruit: Small, round, dark blue to black drupe Wildlife and Ecology: Flowers attract pollinators, fruits are a food source for birds, shelter for small mammals Horticultural Notes: Grown from seed, cuttings, air layering Comments: