Lilly Pilly

Acmena smithii

Description

Meet 'Cherry Surprise', a super cute compact shrub that's perfect for hedges or topiary work! This little gem has gorgeous bright red new growth that turns deep green with age, and it's so easy to care for. It's relatively small, growing up to 3m high and 1.5m wide, but can be pruned down to size if needed. It loves moist, well-drained soil in a sunny to semi-shaded spot, but is pretty low maintenance when it comes to pests and diseases - it's even psyllid resistant!

Plant Details

📏 Growth & Size

Height: 3m

Width: 1.5m

Growth Habit: Evergreen, Dense foliage

Plant Type: Large shrub

☀️ Growing Conditions

Light: Sunny, Light shade

Soil Type: Sandy, Clay, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix

Soil Moisture: Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage

Climate Zone: Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean

🌸 Flowers & Wildlife

Flower Color: White

Flowering Time: Spring

ℹ️ Additional Info

Family: Myrtaceae

Frost Tolerance: Tolerates light frost

Special Uses: Erosion control, Pollution tolerant

Suitable For: Low maintenance garden, Poolside, Container growing, Coastal garden