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Syzygium australe 'Big Red' - Lilly Pilly
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Learn About Your New Syzygium australe 'Big Red' - Lilly Pilly
Syzygium australe 'Big Red', commonly known as 'Big Red' Lilly Pilly, is a popular cultivar of the Lilly Pilly, appreciated for its vibrant foliage and compact growth habit. Native to Australia, this evergreen shrub is part of the Myrtaceae family and is widely used in landscaping for its ornamental appeal and versatility. 'Big Red' is especially noted for its striking red new growth, which matures to a rich, dark green.
Common Name: 'Big Red' Lilly PillyMature Height (meters): Typically grows to about 3-4 meters
Mature Width (meters): Approximately 2-3 meters
Spacing: Plant at least 2 meters apart from other plants or structures to ensure proper growth and development.
Foliage: The most distinctive feature of 'Big Red' is its bright red new growth, which contrasts beautifully with the mature dark green leaves. The foliage is dense, glossy, and lush, making it an excellent choice for adding color and texture to the landscape.
Flowering Period: While the foliage is the main attraction, 'Big Red' also produces small, white, and fluffy flowers in spring, followed by edible, purple-red berries that are attractive to birds.
Form/Habit: 'Big Red' Lilly Pilly has a bushy, compact growth habit, making it suitable for a wide range of uses in the landscape, including hedging and screening.
Uses: Ideal for hedges, screens, topiary, and as a feature plant in garden beds. Its dense growth and attractive foliage make it a popular choice for both residential and public landscapes.
Sun: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Maintenance: Low maintenance; requires occasional pruning to maintain the desired shape and to promote dense growth.
Water Requirement: Moderate; regular watering is recommended, especially during dry periods and in the tree's early years.
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