Elaeocarpus eumundi – Elegant Native Shade with Tropical Flair 🌿🌴
 
Lush, upright, and naturally beautiful, Elaeocarpus eumundi, or the Eumundi Quandong, is a striking Australian native tree admired for its glossy, rich green foliage, bronze-toned new growth, and neat columnar shape. Perfect for creating a cool, shaded retreat or structured screen, it blends tropical looks with native toughness. ☀️🪴
 
Clusters of small, creamy-white, scented flowers appear in spring, followed by ornamental blue fruits that attract birds. With its compact form and non-invasive roots, Eumundi Quandong is an ideal choice for urban gardens, avenues, or stylish native landscaping. 🌸🦜
 
Mature Size:
🔸 Height: 8 – 10 m
🔸 Width: 3 – 5 m
(Can be pruned to maintain a smaller size in gardens)
 
Why You’ll Love It:
🌿 Dense, glossy green foliage with bronze new growth
🌸 Creamy-white scented flowers in spring
🦜 Bird-attracting blue berries
🌱 Naturally narrow form – ideal for screening or street planting
💧 Drought-tolerant once established and low-maintenance
 
Care Tips:
Plant in well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Water regularly while establishing, then only occasionally. Prune lightly to shape or control size, especially when used in narrow spaces or hedging. Apply mulch and slow-release fertiliser in spring for best growth.
 
Elaeocarpus eumundi adds elegance, structure, and native beauty — a standout choice for stylish shade and vertical interest in modern landscapes. 🌴🌟