Elaeocarpus reticulatus ‘Prima Donna’
Elaeocarpus ‘Prima Donna’ is a refined evergreen tree admired for its graceful form, glossy foliage, and masses of soft pink, bell-shaped flowers. It’s a beautiful choice for feature planting or screening where elegance and year-round appeal are desired.
🌱 Why Gardeners Love Elaeocarpus ‘Prima Donna’
✔ Soft pink bell flowers - Produces abundant blooms that create a delicate, eye-catching display.
✔ Evergreen foliage - Maintains lush greenery throughout the year.
✔ Elegant growth habit - Naturally forms a neat, upright shape with minimal pruning.
✔ Attracts birds - Flowers and fruit encourage birdlife into the garden.
✔ Low-maintenance tree - Thrives with very little ongoing care once established.
🏡 How to Use Elaeocarpus ‘Prima Donna’ in Your Garden
✅ Feature tree planting - Makes a graceful focal point in residential gardens.
✅ Privacy screening - Can be planted in rows to form an attractive evergreen screen.
✅ Courtyard and poolside use - Upright form suits modern outdoor spaces.
✅ Avenue or boundary planting - Creates a consistent, elegant look when planted in multiples.
Easy Planting & Care Guide
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Spacing: Plant 2.5 to 3.5 meters apart for screening or avenue planting. Slightly closer spacing encourages faster coverage, so consider planting extra trees for quicker results.
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Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is spring.
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Mulching & Fertilising: No additional mulching or fertiliser is needed, making this plant an easy-care option.
❔ FAQs About Elaeocarpus ‘Prima Donna’
How tall does Elaeocarpus ‘Prima Donna’ grow?
It typically grows to around 6 to 8 meters tall, making it suitable for medium-sized gardens.
Does it flower every year?
Yes, once established it reliably produces masses of pink flowers seasonally.
Is it suitable for hedging or screening?
Yes, it can be planted in rows and lightly pruned to create an elegant screen.
Can it grow in part shade?
Yes, it performs well in full sun to part shade.
Is it easy to maintain long-term?
Yes, it is long-lived, tidy, and requires minimal maintenance.
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