Waterhousia floribundaWeeping Lilly Pilly

The Waterhousia floribunda, or Weeping Lilly Pilly, is a graceful evergreen tree admired for its cascading foliage and lush, dense canopy. Growing up to 15 meters, it features glossy, green leaves that can display a bronze flush in new growth. Small, creamy-white flowers bloom in summer, followed by decorative, non-invasive berries. This versatile tree is perfect for creating privacy screens, windbreaks, or as a feature tree in gardens and landscapes.

Specifications:

• Height: 10–15 meters
• Width: 4–6 meters
• Native to: Eastern Australia
• Foliage: Glossy green leaves with a soft, weeping habit; bronze-tinged new growth
• Growth rate: Moderate to fast

Conditions:

• Soil: Prefers well-drained soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, and clay soils
• Light: Full sun to partial shade
• Water: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Climate: Thrives in temperate, subtropical, and coastal regions

Additional Features:

• Flowers: Small, creamy-white blooms in summer
• Berries: Decorative, non-invasive berries following flowering
• Uses: Ideal for privacy screens, hedging, windbreaks, or as a feature tree
• Spacing: Plant 2–4 meters apart for screening or hedging
• Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care; prune lightly to shape or control size
• Pest Resistance: Generally pest-free and hardy
• Drought Tolerance: High; performs well in waterwise gardens
• Frost Tolerance: Hardy to light frost
• Wildlife Attraction: Flowers and berries attract birds and bees
• Seasonal Appeal: Year-round lush foliage and seasonal flowers
• Versatility: Complements modern, formal, and tropical garden styles

The Weeping Lilly Pilly is an elegant and versatile tree, providing beauty, privacy, and functionality to a variety of landscapes.