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Acmena smithii ‘Minor’ is a compact, dense-growing Australian native shrub perfect for hedging, screening, and shaping. With its vibrant new foliage and excellent tolerance to pruning, it’s a favourite for creating neat, formal hedges in both residential and commercial landscapes.
✔ Compact, tight growth habit - Naturally forms a dense shape ideal for hedging.
✔ Beautiful new foliage colour - Fresh growth emerges in soft pinks and bronzes.
✔ Highly adaptable - Thrives in full sun to part shade and suits a wide range of conditions.
✔ Excellent for formal shaping - Responds well to regular trimming.
✔ Australian native - Attracts local wildlife and suits native garden designs.
✅ Formal hedges - Perfect for neat, low to medium-height hedges around pathways or property boundaries.
✅ Screening - Provides evergreen year-round privacy in narrow spaces.
✅ Topiary or shaping - Its dense growth lends itself well to creative forms.
✅ Mixed garden borders - Adds structure and year-round greenery.
Spacing: Plant 50 to 80cm apart for a dense hedge. Closer spacing creates a faster, fuller screen, so adding extra plants is recommended for instant results.
Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is spring or early autumn.
Mulching & Fertilising: This plant thrives naturally and does not require mulching or fertiliser to stay healthy.
How tall does Acmena smithii ‘Minor’ grow?
It typically reaches 2 to 3 metres but can be kept shorter with trimming.
Is it suitable for narrow spaces?
Yes, its compact habit makes it ideal for tight garden beds and narrow side boundaries.
Does it handle pruning well?
Yes, it responds exceptionally well to regular trimming and shaping.
Can it grow in part shade?
Absolutely, it performs well in full sun and part shade.
Is it resistant to psyllids?
Yes, this variety is generally more resistant than many older Lilly Pilly types.
Don’t wait, secure your Acmena smithii ‘Minor’ today and create the perfect compact hedge or screen!
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