lilly pilly varieties
If you’re searching for the perfect hedging plant or an attractive standalone specimen for your garden, exploring the diverse range of lilly pilly varieties is a must. Loved by New Zealand gardeners for their glossy, evergreen foliage and spectacular bursts of fluffy flowers and colourful berries, lilly pillies (Syzygium and Eugenia species) are a staple in landscapes nationwide. With so many lilly pilly varieties to choose from, there’s a plant to suit every style and site, from compact shrubs to stately trees.
Eugenia ventenatii
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.
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
