Japanese Blueberry Tree - Eleocarpus deceipens - Live Plant - Ornamental Landscape - Emerald Goddess Gardens - Starter Sz 4 Inch Pot

The product is a starter-sized plant with an approximate 4-inch-diameter root zone. The plant will be a minimum of 6 to 8 inches tall. It will not have buds or blooms on arrival. Starter-sized plants are intended for a gardener to plant and grow to their mature size.

• Also known as the Japanese Blueberry Tree, this evergreen is highly valued in landscaping for its ornamental qualities. It is particularly striking for its glossy foliage and the brilliant red or orange colors that a portion of its leaves turn before they drop.
• A medium-sized tree, typically growing to 40-60 ft with a dense, pyramidal canopy. The leaves are a glossy dark green. While most remain green, a few will turn a vibrant red or orange before falling. The tree produces small, inconspicuous white flowers followed by a small, black, fleshy seed.
• Care: Thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained, and slightly acidic soil. It is a relatively low-maintenance tree that is moderately drought-tolerant once established.
• Indoor: This tree is frequent choice for indoor Bonsai culture by experienced growers. However, the plant is not a good candidate for indoor growing generally. It requires a significant amount of direct sunlight and space that cannot be provided in a typical indoor environment. It is best enjoyed as an outdoor specimen.
• Climate: Native to East Asia, it is suitable for USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10. It can tolerate some cold but is not suited for harsh, freezing climates.