Elaeocarpus is a strikingly beautiful and hardy plant, which has many uses in a range of horticultural situations.
Described as either a small tree or tall shrub, this evergreen species grows between 3-15 yards tall and 3-5 yards wide. It has a dense crown of foliage, and an approximately conical form.
It needs little maintenance to thrive, surviving well in low nutrient and dry soils (although it performs best when well watered). This species grows in a range of light intensities, from shade through to full sun.