Lilly pilly hedge spacing is one of the most important factors to consider when planting a lush, dense screen in your New Zealand garden. Many gardeners choose lilly pilly species for fast-growing privacy hedges, glossy foliage, and colourful berries, but optimal spacing ensures your hedge thrives. Whether you’re after a tight formal wall or a relaxed, evergreen barrier, understanding how far apart to plant each lilly pilly is key to getting healthy growth and a seamless finish.

Eugenia ventenatii (Lilly Pilly) is a popular evergreen shrub known for its dense foliage, glossy leaves, and attractive new growth. It performs very well in New Zealand conditions and is widely used for hedging, screening, and topiary. This versatile plant provides year round structure and responds well to trimming. Eugenia ventenatii (Lilly Pilly) is ideal for creating privacy and adding greenery to any garden.
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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.
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