Bush Christmas Lilly Pilly (Syzygium australe 'Bush Christmas')
Need a dense, compact hedge that looks fantastic year-round? Bush Christmas Lilly Pilly is a low-maintenance, fast-growing native with glossy green foliage and vibrant red new growth, making it the perfect choice for hedging, topiary, or feature planting.
π± Why Gardeners Love Bush Christmas Lilly Pilly
β Perfect for Hedges & Screening - Naturally dense growth for privacy.
β Beautiful Red New Foliage - Fresh growth emerges in brilliant orange-red shades.
β Compact & Easy to Shape - Grows neatly with minimal pruning.
β Drought-Tolerant & Hardy - Handles heat, humidity, and mild frost.
β Produces Edible Berries - Loved by birds and great for jams or bush tucker.
π‘ How to Use Bush Christmas Lilly Pilly in Your Garden
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Hedging & Screening - Grows thick and full, ideal for fences and boundaries.
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Formal or Topiary Planting - Easy to shape into spheres, cones, or standards.
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Feature Shrub - Compact and colorful, perfect for small gardens.
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Potted Landscaping - Thrives in large pots on patios and balconies.
Easy Planting & Care Guide
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Spacing: Plant 50cm-1m apart for a hedge, or further apart for a feature plant.
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Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, with best results in autumn or spring.
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Mulching & Fertilising: No additional mulching or fertiliser is needed, making this plant an easy-care option.
β FAQs About Bush Christmas Lilly Pilly
How tall does it grow?
It reaches 2-3m tall, making it ideal for small to medium hedges.
Does it need regular pruning?
Not necessarily! It grows into a neat shape naturally, but light pruning encourages bushier growth.
Can it handle full sun?
Yes! It thrives in full sun to part shade and adapts well to different conditions.
Does it attract birds?
Absolutely! Birds love the small edible berries it produces.
Is it resistant to pests like psyllids?
Yes! Bush Christmas is bred for better pest resistance compared to older Lilly Pilly varieties.
πΏ Ready to Grow a Beautiful, Low-Maintenance Hedge?
The Bush Christmas Lilly Pilly is fast-growing, colourful, and perfect for hedging or topiary. Order now and create a stunning evergreen screen in your garden!