lilly pilly hedge plants
If you’re looking for dense, evergreen foliage and a fast-growing privacy screen, lilly pilly hedge plants are one of New Zealand’s top choices. Well known for their glossy leaves, vibrant new growth, and attractive berries, lilly pilly hedge plants bring year-round colour and texture to gardens. Whether you want to create a formal clipped hedge or a relaxed, informal border, lilly pillies are sturdy, versatile, and thrive in a wide range of Kiwi landscapes. Their ability to withstand pruning, resist pests, and tolerate both sun and shade makes them ideal for home gardeners wanting low-maintenance, lush hedging solutions.
Eugenia ventenatii (Lilly Pilly)
Eugenia ventenatii is a standout choice for New Zealand gardens. Eugenia ventenatii (aka Syzygium australe), commonly known as Lilly Pilly, is a fast-growing and colourful shrub. The new foliage is a striking red colour and ages to become dark green, resulting in the plant often having dual colouring. It typically grows to 4 m tall and 3 m wide and can be trimmed as necessary. This Lilly Pilly 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. As a potted plant, Eugenia ventenatii looks impressive on a patio or around pool and other living areas.
From $26.93
Eugenia uniflora (Surinam Cherry)
Eugenia uniflora, commonly known as the Surinam or Brazilian Cherry, is a small tree that features new foliage which emerges a bronze colour and ages to become dark green. The somewhat dense foliage is adorned with star-shaped, red fruits during summer. It typically grows to 6 m tall and 3.5 m wide, but can be trimmed as necessary. Eugenia uniflora is commonly used for hedging and screening, planted as a backdrop for smaller plants, grown as a specimen, added to a mixed planting, or maintained in a container.
From $97.13
