Syzygium australe 'Hinterland Gold'Hinterland Gold Lilly Pilly

The Syzygium australe 'Hinterland Gold', commonly known as Hinterland Gold Lilly Pilly, is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub prized for its dense, glossy green foliage with striking golden new growth. Reaching a height of 3 to 5 metres and a width of 2 to 3 metres, it is perfect for creating hedges, privacy screens, or as a feature plant in gardens. In spring and summer, it produces fluffy white flowers followed by edible, pinkish-red berries, which attract birds and pollinators.

Hardy and low-maintenance, Hinterland Gold Lilly Pilly thrives in a variety of conditions, adding beauty and functionality to landscapes.

Specifications

• Height3 to 5 metres
• Width2 to 3 metres
• Native toAustralia
• FoliageGlossy green leaves with golden new growth; evergreen
• Growth rateFast

Conditions

• SoilPrefers well-drained, fertile soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, and clay types
• LightFull sun to partial shade
• WaterModerate; drought-tolerant once established
• ClimateThrives in temperate, subtropical, and coastal regions

Additional Features

• FlowersSmall, fluffy white blooms in spring and summer
• FruitEdible pinkish-red berries attract birds and wildlife
• FormUpright, bushy growth habit with dense foliage
• UsesIdeal for hedges, screens, borders, or as a feature plant
• SpacingPlant 1 to 2 metres apart for hedging or standalone displays
• Low MaintenanceRequires minimal pruning; trim to shape or encourage dense growth
• Pest ResistanceNaturally hardy; monitor for psyllids in some regions
• Drought TolerancePerforms well in water-wise gardens once established
• Wind and Salt ToleranceSuitable for coastal gardens and windy areas
• Wildlife AttractionFlowers and fruit attract birds, bees, and other pollinators
• VersatilityComplements formal, contemporary, and native garden styles

The Hinterland Gold Lilly Pilly is a vibrant and versatile shrub, perfect for adding lush greenery, seasonal interest, and ecological value to gardens and landscapes.