Description.
Fast-growing and requiring minimal upkeep, the Syzygium paniculatum 'Backyard Bliss,' or Backyard Bliss Lilly Pilly, is an outstanding Australian native, perfect for creating dense, lush hedges in any garden. This versatile tree showcases vibrant evergreen foliage, and a distinctive coppery bronze hue in its new growth.In summer, it gets fluffy white blossoms that are a haven for bees and native birds, enhancing your garden's ecological appeal. Ideal for adding privacy, the Backyard Bliss Lilly Pilly is a low-maintenance, fast-growing choice.
Common Name: Backyard Bliss Lilly Pilly
Mature Size: 3-4 meters tall, 1-2 meters wide
Foliage: Glossy green leaves with coppery bronze new growth
Flowering Period: Summer, with cream-white blossoms
Fruit: Fleshy pink berries in autumn, suitable for jams and jellies
Deciduous/Evergreen: Evergreen
Uses: Ideal for hedging, screening, topiary, and as an ornamental tree
Maintenance: Low maintenance, requires minimal pruning to maintain shape
Water Requirement: Drought tolerant once established
Soil: Thrives in well-drained soil types, including clay and sandy soils.
Sun: Prefers full sun to part shade, making it adaptable to various lighting conditions.
Climate: Tolerant of drought and frost.
Fruiting Period: Berries ripen in autumn.
Light Requirements: Suitable for full sun and part shade.
Soil Requirements:
Well-drained soil, including clay and sandy soils.
