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Syzygium hemilamprum
Broad Leaved Lilly Pilly
The Syzygium hemilamprum, or Broad-Leaved Lilly Pilly, is a large evergreen tree native to Australia, admired for its dense, glossy green foliage, fragrant white flowers, and small, edible white to pinkish berries. Growing up to 15 to 20 metres tall, it forms a broad, rounded canopy, making it an excellent choice for shade, screening, or as a feature tree in gardens and streetscapes.
This hardy, low-maintenance tree thrives in a range of conditions and is ideal for adding greenery, privacy, and wildlife habitat to landscapes.
Specifications
- Height15 to 20 metres
- Width6 to 10 metres
- Native toEastern Australia
- FoliageBroad, glossy green leaves; evergreen
- Growth rateModerate
Conditions
- SoilPrefers well-drained, fertile soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, and clay soils
- LightFull sun to partial shade
- WaterModerate; drought-tolerant once established
- ClimateThrives in temperate, subtropical, and tropical regions
Additional Features
- FlowersFragrant white flowers in spring to summer, attracting pollinators
- BerriesEdible, white to pinkish berries that appeal to birds and wildlife
- UsesIdeal for shade, screening, windbreaks, or as a feature tree in large gardens and urban landscapes
- SpacingPlant 6 to 8 metres apart for standalone growth or 3 to 5 metres for dense screening
- Low MaintenanceRequires minimal pruning; shape lightly if needed
- Pest ResistanceGenerally resilient with proper care
- Wildlife AttractionProvides food and habitat for birds and pollinators
- VersatilitySuitable for native, formal, and cottage garden styles
The Broad-Leaved Lilly Pilly is a beautiful and functional tree, perfect for creating privacy, shade, and year-round greenery while supporting native biodiversity in gardens and landscapes.
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