An excellent evergreen tree with handsome, glossy, green foliage. Older leaves produce a highly ornamental effect throughout the year as they turn bright red before dropping. A great choice for use in parks and larger landscapes. Blue-black, olive-like fruit in winter will not stain patios and concrete pathways.
Botanical Pronunciation - el-ee-o-CAR-pus dee-SIP-i-enz
Average Size at Maturity - Moderate growing; reaches 40 to 60 ft. tall, 20 to 30 ft. wide.
Bloom Time - Summer
Design Ideas -
With its beautiful foliage, fragrant flowers and winter fruit, this is an excellent tree for the large garden or lawn. Give it room to spread.
Deciduous/ Evergreen - Evergreen
Flower Attribute - Fragrant
Flower Color - White
Foliage Color - Green
Garden Style - Asian/Zen, Contemporary
Growth Habit - Oval
Growth Rate - Moderate
Landscape Use - Privacy Screen, Specimen, Windbreak, Wildlife Garden, Urban Garden
Light Needs - Full sun
Soil Needs - Tree & Shrub Food
Special Feature - Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Ornamental Berries, Showy Fruit, Year-round Interest, Tolerates Urban Pollution
Water Needs - Moderate
Watering Needs - Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.