Syzygium australe

Syzygium australe, Australe Lilly Pilly, Eugenia australe, Watergum

Syzygium australe (aka Eugenia australe) is commonly known as Creek Lilly Pilly, Brush Cherry, or Watergum. This small, evergreen tree features colourful and glossy foliage with new foliage having a distinct red tint before aging to dark green. This is a fast-growing tree that will reach about 8 m tall and 4 m wide. Syzygium australe is commonly trimmed into a hedge, grown as a specimen, added to a mixed planting, or used for screening and shelter.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Trees
Height:	8.00 m
Spread:	4.00 m
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:	Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:	Hedging, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Fast
Also known as	Syzygium australe, Australe Lilly Pilly, Eugenia australe, Watergum
Sku	12588

Australe Lilly Pilly

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