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Syzygium Brilliant

Syzygium Brilliant, Brilliant Lilly Pilly

Syzygium australe Brilliant, commonly known as Lilly Pilly, is a vigorous, large shrub. The new foliage is red which then develops copper tones before aging to dark green. Small, white, fragrant flowers are produced in summer as it grows to 5 m tall and 2 m wide. Syzygium Brilliant is commonly used for hedging, screening, as a backdrop for smaller plants, as a feature plant, in mixed plantings, or grown in a container.

Syzygium australe 'Brilliant' foliage.

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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:5.00 m
Spread:2.00 m
Flowering time:Summer
Tolerances:Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen, Topiary
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asSyzygium Brilliant, Brilliant Lilly Pilly
Sku14166

Brilliant Lilly Pilly

The Brilliant Lilly Pilly, scientifically known as Syzygium australe Brilliant, is a vigorous, large shrub grown for its attractive foliage. The new foliage is red which then develops copper tones before aging to dark green. As the new growth emerges the plant has dual colouring. The foliage is borne on a dense network of branches. Small, white, fragrant flowers are produced in summer and provide extra interest to this plant. It typically grows to 5 m tall and 2 m wide but can be trimmed as necessary. This plant grows best in full sun on a well-drained site. This hardy plant is tolerant of dry periods, frost, cold environments, and coastal conditions. The Brilliant Lilly Pilly is commonly used for hedging, screening, as a backdrop for smaller plants, as a feature plant, in mixed plantings, or grown in a container. As a potted plant it looks great maintained on a patio or around pool and barbecue areas.

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