Syzygium australe 'Resilience'Lilly Pilly Resilience

The Syzygium australe 'Resilience', commonly known as Lilly Pilly Resilience, is a hardy and fast-growing Australian native shrub or small tree renowned for its dense, glossy green foliage and resistance to psyllids. It grows up to 4 to 6 metres tall and 2 to 3 metres wide, making it ideal for hedges, privacy screens, or as a feature plant. Small white flowers bloom in spring and summer, followed by edible red berries that attract birds, adding seasonal interest to the garden.

Low-maintenance and versatile, Resilience is a top choice for formal and native garden styles.

Specifications

• Height4 to 6 metres (can be pruned smaller)
• Width2 to 3 metres
• Native toAustralia
• FoliageDense, glossy green leaves; 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 tropical regions

Additional Features

• FlowersSmall, white blooms in spring and summer
• FruitEdible, red berries that attract birds
• FormUpright, compact growth habit; perfect for shaping
• UsesIdeal for hedges, privacy screens, topiary, or feature planting
• SpacingPlant 1 to 2 metres apart for dense hedging or standalone displays
• Low MaintenanceRequires light pruning to maintain shape and size
• Pest ResistanceHigh resistance to psyllids and other common pests
• Drought TolerancePerforms well in water-wise gardens once established
• Wildlife AttractionFlowers attract pollinators, and fruit provides food for birds
• Seasonal AppealYear-round greenery with seasonal flowers and berries
• VersatilityComplements contemporary, native, and formal garden designs

Lilly Pilly Resilience is an adaptable and durable plant, perfect for creating lush greenery, privacy, and habitat for wildlife in a variety of garden settings.