Lilly Pilly Big Red

Syzygium australe

A fast-growing, evergreen Lilly Pilly with large oval, dark green foliage and bright red new growth. An ideal plant for hedging and screening, dry tolerant once established and suitable for coastal planting. Produces white flowers in summer followed by pink berries in autumn. Lilly Pilly Big Red is bird attracting.

Height: 3-4m when fully grown.

Width: 2m, 20-30cm (Pot.)

Positioning: Full sun or part shade, plant 1m apart for a dense hedge.

Watering: Water occasionally once established except in dry periods where it will benefit from a deep soaking.

Soil: Prefers a well drained soil. Fertilise in spring and early autumn with a fertiliser specifically formulated for natives.