{"product_id":"syzygium-australe-aussie-compact-lilly-pilly-42mm-tube","title":"Syzygium australe ‘Aussie Compact’ Lilly Pilly | 42mm Tube","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSyzygium australe\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Aussie Compact’ is a dense Australian native shrub with glossy green foliage and attractive reddish-bronze new growth. It responds well to regular pruning, making it an excellent choice for hedges, privacy screens, topiary and large containers.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDense, compact evergreen foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReddish-bronze new growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall white flowers during spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative pink to red berries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for hedging and screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResponds well to regular pruning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for topiary and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood resistance to lilly pilly psyllid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAustralian native\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal and informal hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrivacy screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarden borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTopiary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge pots and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWildlife-friendly gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoolside and courtyard landscaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSyzygium australe\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Aussie Compact’\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aussie Compact Lilly Pilly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen native shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical maintained height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1–3m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnpruned height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3–5m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnpruned width:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to approximately 3m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense and upright\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glossy green with reddish-bronze new growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small white flowers during spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink to red berries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adaptable to most free-draining soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regular while establishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrost tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerates light frost once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Australian native\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupplied as:\u003c\/strong\u003e One young plant in a 42mm-wide × 80mm-high tube pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinal size will depend on growing conditions and pruning. Regular trimming can maintain the plant as a considerably smaller hedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHedge Spacing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a dense hedge or screen, space plants approximately 80cm–1m apart. Wider spacing may be used when a less formal screen is preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in full sun to part shade in well-draining soil. Improve poor soil with organic matter before planting and water regularly during the first 12 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply mulch around the root zone while keeping it away from the stem. Once established, water during extended dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrune regularly to encourage dense foliage and maintain the desired height and shape. Feeding during the active growing season will support healthy foliage and colourful new growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough ‘Aussie Compact’ has good resistance to lilly pilly psyllid, resistance does not mean complete immunity. Monitor new growth and treat pest activity when necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow large will Aussie Compact grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen left unpruned, it may reach approximately 3–5m high and up to 3m wide. Regular pruning can maintain it as a hedge between approximately 1m and 3m high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow far apart should I plant it for a hedge?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpace plants approximately 80cm–1m apart to create a dense screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it resistant to lilly pilly psyllid?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has good resistance to psyllid damage, but no lilly pilly should be considered completely immune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it grow in part shade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It grows in full sun to part shade, although denser growth is generally achieved with good light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it produce flowers and berries?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Small white flowers are followed by decorative pink to red berries when growing conditions and pollination are suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the berries edible?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fruit of \u003cem\u003eSyzygium australe\u003c\/em\u003e is edible. Only consume fruit from correctly identified plants that have not been treated with chemicals unsuitable for edible crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be grown in a pot?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is suitable for large containers and topiary when regularly watered, fed and pruned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a mature hedging plant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. You will receive one young plant in a 42mm-wide × 80mm-high tube pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStock images are used for illustrative purposes only and do not show the exact plant supplied. You will receive one young plant in a 42mm tube pot. Plant size, shape, foliage colour and seasonal appearance will vary naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oldboy's Flowers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45879103782965,"sku":null,"price":4.65,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0297\/4629\/8933\/files\/syzygium-australe-aussie-compact-lilly-pilly-42mm-tube-8886540.jpg?v=1786537387","url":"https:\/\/www.oldboysflowers.com.au\/products\/syzygium-australe-aussie-compact-lilly-pilly-42mm-tube","provider":"Oldboy's Flowers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}