{"product_id":"prima-donna-blueberry-ash","title":"Elaeocarpus reticulatus Prima Donna","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"57\" data-end=\"716\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eElaeocarpus 'Prima Donna' is a compact Australian native tree celebrated for its spectacular display of vibrant deep pink flowers, glossy evergreen foliage and naturally attractive growth habit. Flowering over an extended period from spring through summer, it provides a brilliant splash of colour while attracting birds, bees and butterflies to the garden. Smaller than the species, 'Prima Donna' is ideal for feature planting, screening, hedging and streetscapes, making it a versatile choice for both residential and commercial landscapes. Its tolerance of humidity and coastal conditions makes it particularly well suited to South East Queensland gardens.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1eye8vn\" data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"728\"\u003eFlowers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"944\"\u003eMasses of striking deep pink, fringed bell-shaped flowers are produced from spring through summer, often over an extended flowering season. The nectar-rich blooms attract bees, butterflies and nectar-feeding birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1gpte22\" data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"956\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003eGlossy, deep green evergreen foliage creates a dense canopy throughout the year. New growth emerges with attractive bronze to copper tones before maturing to rich green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"x908ft\" data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1137\"\u003eFruit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003eSmall round blue berries develop after flowering and are highly attractive to native birds, adding seasonal interest to the tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"dx7d5c\" data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1284\"\u003eForm \u0026amp; Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003eA compact, upright evergreen tree with a dense, rounded canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1407\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1407\"\u003e4–6m high × 2–3m wide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"stzjt4\" data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1464\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1440\"\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1572\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1475\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers fertile, well-drained soils but adapts to a wide range of soil types with good drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during establishment. Once established it has moderate drought tolerance but performs best with occasional deep watering during extended dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1762\"\u003eFrost:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerates light frosts once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1814\"\u003eWind:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent tolerance of coastal conditions and moderate winds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1986\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1890\"\u003eClimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well suited to subtropical, tropical, warm temperate and coastal climates throughout Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1xwa4r9\" data-start=\"1988\" data-end=\"1995\"\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2174\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xpd3u\" data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2011\"\u003eFeature tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lfj7be\" data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2030\"\u003eSmall shade tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jv4dy0\" data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003eInformal screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fhru6h\" data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2070\"\u003ePrivacy planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1krfx0h\" data-start=\"2071\" data-end=\"2087\"\u003eNative gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tdxyxc\" data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2106\"\u003eWildlife gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hl86ke\" data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2121\"\u003eStreetscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"24npwy\" data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2146\"\u003eCommercial landscaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qql9oy\" data-start=\"2147\" data-end=\"2174\"\u003eLarge pots and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"s27ty0\" data-start=\"2176\" data-end=\"2190\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2192\" data-end=\"2464\"\u003eA very low-maintenance tree requiring only occasional pruning to maintain its natural shape or remove damaged branches. Feed annually with a quality slow-release fertiliser during spring and apply mulch around the base to retain soil moisture and encourage healthy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"xe9fpi\" data-start=\"2466\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2476\" data-end=\"2834\"\u003e'Prima Donna' is one of the most colourful selections of Blueberry Ash, producing an abundance of vibrant pink flowers that create a spectacular display each year. Its compact size, attractive foliage and bird-attracting berries make it an outstanding feature tree for modern Australian gardens where year-round interest and reliable performance are desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"h9meh3\" data-start=\"2836\" data-end=\"2855\"\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2857\" data-end=\"3034\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fomzci\" data-start=\"2857\" data-end=\"2880\"\u003eSyzygium 'Resilience'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zjyvs\" data-start=\"2881\" data-end=\"2904\"\u003eBackhousia citriodora\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xmg2um\" data-start=\"2905\" data-end=\"2930\"\u003eBuckinghamia celsissima\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cp92zz\" data-start=\"2931\" data-end=\"2954\"\u003eLomandra 'Little Pal'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qe2nm6\" data-start=\"2955\" data-end=\"2965\"\u003eDianella\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"b7rgy0\" data-start=\"2966\" data-end=\"2993\"\u003eLiriope 'Emerald Cascade'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ekl1yi\" data-start=\"2994\" data-end=\"3005\"\u003eHeliconia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1d4su4l\" data-start=\"3006\" data-end=\"3017\"\u003eCordyline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15inq4y\" data-start=\"3018\" data-end=\"3034\"\u003eBlechnum Ferns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3036\" data-end=\"3078\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3036\" data-end=\"3052\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prima Donna Blueberry Ash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3080\" data-end=\"3139\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3080\" data-end=\"3099\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"3100\" data-end=\"3125\"\u003eElaeocarpus reticulatus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Prima Donna'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3141\" data-end=\"3167\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3141\" data-end=\"3152\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elaeocarpaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3169\" data-end=\"3253\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3169\" data-end=\"3180\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cultivated selection of the Australian native \u003cem data-start=\"3227\" data-end=\"3252\"\u003eElaeocarpus reticulatus\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Medium Sized growing plants","offers":[{"title":"200mm","offer_id":44306042519732,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":44306042552500,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"45Lt","offer_id":44306042585268,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/4965\/4708\/files\/Elaeocarpus-reticulatus-Prima-Donna-Sunshine-Coast-Nursery.jpg?v=1785048781","url":"https:\/\/www.gardencentresunshinecoast.com.au\/products\/prima-donna-blueberry-ash","provider":" Sunshine Coast Nursery \u0026 Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}