lilly pilly tree nz
If you’re looking for a versatile, attractive native for your New Zealand garden, the lilly pilly tree is an excellent choice. Popular for hedging, privacy screens, or as a feature plant, lilly pilly trees thrive in many NZ conditions and deliver glossy green foliage, fluffy flowers, and colourful berries, which are loved by both people and birds. Low-maintenance and adaptable, these subtropical beauties have gained a place in many Kiwi gardens.
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
