Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly
Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly
Current Stock Height Guides
Current Stock Height Guides
Height guide disclaimer: Height ranges are approximate only.
As living products, plant heights naturally vary between individual plants, batches, and seasons. No guarantee is given that supplied plants will fall within the stated range.
If minimum heights are required, you must confirm current batch heights with Evergreen Trees Direct prior to purchase.
Variation in height is normal and is not grounds for return, refund, replacement, or compensation.
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About Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly
About Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly
Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' – Firescreen Lilly Pilly is a dense, evergreen screening plant with vibrant red new growth that matures to glossy green. Its upright, narrow habit and compact structure (4–5m H × 2–3m W) make it highly effective in boundary planting, privacy screens, and structured hedging applications.
They look excellent in formal landscape designs, along fence lines, or as evergreen backdrops where both colour and coverage are essential. Subtle white summer flowers are followed by red berries, adding seasonal variation and supporting native wildlife.
Psyllid-resistant and drought-tolerant once established, this cultivar thrives in a wide range of soil types and requires only occasional pruning to maintain shape. An ideal solution for low-maintenance, high-impact screening.
Distinguishing Features
Distinguishing Features
Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly is a great option for you if you:
Mature Height & Width
Mature Height & Width
Mature Height: 4 m – 5 m
Mature Width: 2 m – 3 m
Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly is expected to grow 50 – 90 cm per year(fast-growing once established).
Root Ball Dimensions (Height & Width)
Root Ball Dimensions (Height & Width)
Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.
- 30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
- 40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
- 50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
- 100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
- 150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
- 200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
- 300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
- 400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
- 500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
- 750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
- 1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
- 2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)
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Trade Customers
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Shipping Cost
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About Your New Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly
Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' – Firescreen Lilly Pilly is a dense, evergreen screening plant with vibrant red new growth that matures to glossy green. Its upright, narrow habit and compact structure (4–5m H × 2–3m W) make it highly effective in boundary planting, privacy screens, and structured hedging applications.
They look excellent in formal landscape designs, along fence lines, or as evergreen backdrops where both colour and coverage are essential. Subtle white summer flowers are followed by red berries, adding seasonal variation and supporting native wildlife.
Psyllid-resistant and drought-tolerant once established, this cultivar thrives in a wide range of soil types and requires only occasional pruning to maintain shape. An ideal solution for low-maintenance, high-impact screening.
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Uses in my Garden
Uses in my Garden
Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly works in an:
Is Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly Evergreen or Deciduous?
Is Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly Evergreen or Deciduous?
Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree
Mature Height & Width
Mature Height & Width
Mature Height: 4 m – 5 m
Mature Width: 2 m – 3 m
Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly is expected to grow 50 – 90 cm per year(fast-growing once established).
Growth Rate of Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly
Growth Rate of Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly
Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly is expected to grow 50 – 90 cm per year(fast-growing once established).
They are considered to have a:
Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly
Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly
Is Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly frost tolerant?
Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.
Does Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly Flower?
Does Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly Flower?
Acmena smithii ‘Firescreen’ produces clusters of small white, fluffy flowers from late spring into summer. While subtle, these soft blooms sit along the fresh foliage and provide a gentle seasonal highlight before developing into colourful berries.
Does Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly flower?
Flowering Period:
Flower Type:
Flower Colour:
White
Is Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly an Australian Native Tree?
Is Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly an Australian Native Tree?
Yes
Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly is Native to Native to eastern Australia, where Acmena smithii (now often reclassified as Syzygium smithii) grows naturally in rainforests. ‘Firescreen’ is a selected cultivar bred for compact growth and vivid new foliage colour.
What is the Wildlife Value of Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly ?
What is the Wildlife Value of Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly ?
Its dense, evergreen foliage provides excellent shelter and nesting space for small birds, while its flowers support native bees and beneficial insects. The berries that follow are also a valuable food source for fruit-eating birds, helping to strengthen local biodiversity.
How much Sunlight does Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly need?
How much Sunlight does Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly need?
Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly will thrive best in:
Preferred Soil?
Preferred Soil?
Acmena smithii ‘Firescreen’ performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils and prefers slightly acidic to neutral conditions. It may struggle in heavy clay or poorly drained areas unless improved with organic matter to boost aeration and drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then reduce watering as the tree matures and develops reliable drought resilience.
Is Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly Drought Tolerant?
Is Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly Drought Tolerant?
Is Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly Drought tolerant?
As a young tree it benefits from regular watering, but once established Acmena smithii ‘Firescreen’ develops good drought tolerance. It remains reliable through dry periods and holds its dense screening form with only minimal supplementary watering.
Planting Information
How To Plant Your Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly
How To Plant Your Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly
Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly
Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly
Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly is expected to grow 50 – 90 cm per year(fast-growing once established).
Long Term Care For Your Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly
Long Term Care For Your Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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