Syzygium smithii (Lilly Pilly)

Syzygium smithii (Lilly Pilly) with purple pink fruit clusters and glossy green foliage close up
Syzygium smithii (Lilly Pilly) clusters of round purple and light pink berries amidst shiny green leaves

Botanical names: Syzygium smithii, Acmena smithii

Common name: Lilly Pilly

Family: Myrtaceae

Origin: Australia

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWhite, off-white flowersEdible plantPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds

The Lilly Pilly is fairly hardy and needs only a subtropical climate to flourish. Protection should be given from long or hard freezes. Plants enjoy profuse amounts of water, but will grow in drier areas. They grow best in areas of light sun or shade. Flowers are small and fluffy, with a creamy, white color. Flowering is generally Spring, and is followed by large bunches of the fruit which ripen a couple of months later.

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