Acmena Lilly Pilly Cherry Black 180MM

(Not currently available to be ordered) I am Lilly Pilly ‘Cherry Black’ . My family originated from Eastern Australia Botanic Name: Acmena smithii ‘Cherry Black’(PBR) Shrub/Herb – Psyllid Resistant I am a fast-growing, evergreen tall native shrub with glossy-green foliage highlighted by dark, cherry-red coloured new growth. Clusters of small white blossoms that bloom in spring and summer are followed by edible mauve coloured fruit. I make the perfect dense screen or hedge and respond well to light pruning to shape. Full Sun to Part Shade (4 hours of direct sun) Height: 3m Width: 2m(Can be kept trimmed to Height: 1m Width: 1m) I tolerate dry spells once established but perform at my best with regular moisture Australian Native I perform well in most soils but do best in those that are fertile & free draining or premium potting mix I am popular and will make you happy because… My fast growth & response to pruning make me a great hedging & screening plant My new growth is a shiny dark cherry to almost black colour, both stunning & beautiful My fluffy white flowers in summer are followed by dark red berries attracting birds and other wildlife Plant me: in pots and other containers in garden beds and general landscaping in coastal conditions Tips for success… Prune to maintain a compact shape and desired height Plant me 1.2m apart 100% Recyclable Pot and LabelMost pots and labels made from 100% recycled polypropylene Plant family: Myrtaceae Other names: Lilly Pilly, Syzygium smithii 9319711052415 0124073