{"product_id":"magnolia-little-gem-copy","title":"Blueberry Ash, Elaeocarpus reticulatus","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"87\"\u003eA refined and highly versatile \u003cstrong data-start=\"120\" data-end=\"163\"\u003efeature tree for Brisbane and surrounds\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Blueberry Ash brings year-round structure with the added delight of seasonal flowers and decorative fruit. Its naturally upright, well-balanced form makes it ideal for \u003cstrong data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"364\"\u003esmall to medium gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e, courtyards and as a statement tree in layered garden designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"735\"\u003eIn spring, soft pink-tinged white flowers appear, followed by striking \u003cstrong data-start=\"500\" data-end=\"525\"\u003eelectric-blue berries\u003c\/strong\u003e that contrast beautifully against the glossy green foliage and attract birdlife. 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