Aussie Southern Lilly Pilly - Syzygium australe ‘Aussie Southern’
Aussie Southern Lilly Pilly is a reliable Australian native hedge plant that delivers dense green foliage with attractive red new growth. It is an excellent choice for creating privacy, structure, and year-round greenery in Australian gardens.
🌱 Why Gardeners Love Aussie Southern Lilly Pilly
✔ Dense screening growth - Forms a thick hedge ideal for privacy and boundaries.
✔ Fresh red new growth - Adds colour and visual interest throughout the year.
✔ Australian native variety - Well adapted to local climates and conditions.
✔ Evergreen foliage - Maintains lush green coverage all year round.
✔ Low maintenance hedge - Responds well to pruning and stays neat easily.
🏡 How to Use Aussie Southern Lilly Pilly in Your Garden
✅ Privacy hedging - Perfect for fences, boundaries, and backyard screening.
✅ Formal hedges - Clips cleanly for structured, modern garden designs.
✅ Windbreak planting - Provides protection while remaining attractive.
✅ Feature shrub or small tree - Can be shaped as a standalone plant if desired.
Easy Planting & Care Guide
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Spacing: Plant 80 to 100cm apart for hedging. For faster coverage and a thicker hedge, closer spacing and extra plants are recommended.
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Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is spring or autumn.
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Mulching & Fertilising: This plant thrives naturally and does not require mulching or fertiliser to stay healthy.
❔ FAQs About Aussie Southern Lilly Pilly
Is Aussie Southern suitable for hedging?
Yes, it is specifically grown for dense hedging and screening.
How fast does this lilly pilly grow?
It has a strong growth rate and establishes quickly once planted.
Does it need regular pruning?
It responds very well to pruning but also looks good with minimal trimming.
Can it grow in different light conditions?
It thrives in full sun to partial shade, making it very versatile.
Is this plant easy to grow for beginners?
Yes, it is reliable, low maintenance, and well suited to all experience levels.
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