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Eugenia myrtifolia

Syzygium myrtifolia, Lilly Pilly , Australian Brush Cherry

Eugenia myrtifolia (aka Syzygium myrtifolia), commonly known as Lilly Pilly or Australian Brush Cherry, is a fast-growing shrub. The new foliage is a striking red-bronze colour and ages to become dark green. It typically grows to 4 m tall and 3 m wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Eugenia myrtifolia is commonly used for hedging and screening, as a backdrop for smaller plants, as a specimen plant, added to a mixed planting, or grown in a container.

Eugenia myrtifolia berries amidst green foliage.

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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:4.00 m
Spread:3.00 m
Flowering time:Summer
Tolerances:
Garden uses:Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen, Topiary
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateFast
Also known asSyzygium myrtifolia, Lilly Pilly , Australian Brush Cherry

Eugenia myrtifolia Details

Eugenia myrtifolia (aka Syzygium myrtifolia), commonly known as Lilly Pilly or Australian Brush Cherry, is a fast-growing and popular shrub grown for its lush and colourful foliage. The new foliage is a striking red-bronze colour and ages to become dark green, resulting in the plant often having dual colouring. The small, glossy leaves are produced on a dense network of short branches. Small and fragrant, white flowers are produced in summer and provide extra interest to this plant. It typically grows to 4 m tall and 3 m wide and can be trimmed as necessary which encourages new growth. This Eugenia grows best when planted in full sun on a well-drained site, and it is tolerant of dry periods, coastal conditions, and moderate frost once established. Eugenia myrtifolia is commonly used for hedging and screening, as a backdrop for smaller plants, as a specimen plant, added to a mixed planting, or grown in a container.

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