Acmena smithii 'Minor'

Size: 150L
Sale price$740.00

Acmena smithii 'Minor' – Minor Lilly Pilly is a compact, evergreen shrub reaching 3–4m with dense branching and bronzy-red new growth that matures to glossy green. Its tidy form and moderate height make it highly effective for smaller hedges, screens, or feature planting in structured landscapes.

They look excellent in tight garden beds, along fence lines, or in containers where colour contrast and refined scale are needed. Summer flowers are followed by magenta berries, attracting native birds and adding seasonal interest.

Psyllid-resistant and well-suited to a range of soil types, this variety requires minimal maintenance and adapts well to full sun or part shade. A practical, low-fuss choice for modern gardens.

Please note, as living products, our trees naturally vary in size and appearance throughout the seasons. The photos on our website are provided as a helpful guide, but may not always reflect our current batches. We always aim to deliver stock as pictured, but some variation is to be expected. For up-to-date sizing, please refer to our current height guide. If you’d like to see photos of our current stock, just let us know—we’re happy to send them!

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About This Tree

Botanical Profile

Explore the essential characteristics and growth habits of this plant, curated to assist you in making an inspired and confident choice for your landscape.

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height:

3 m – 4 m

Mature Width:

2 m – 2.5 m

Expected Growth Pear Year

40 – 70 cm per year (moderate to fast)

Evergreen/ Deciduous

Evergreen (foliage year round)

Frost Tolerance

Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Form & Shape

Acmena smithii 'Minor' is considered:

  • Shrub
  • Compact
  • Rounded
  • Broad
Australian Native?

Yes

Flowering Information

Flower Colour: White

Flower Type:

  • Clustered

Flowering Period

  • Sporadic
Foliage Type / Shape
  • Glossy

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Here Is What Customers Like You Frequently Ask

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What sets 'Minor' apart from other Lilly Pilly varieties? Its compact stature, bronzy-red new growth, and psyllid-resistance.
  • How frequent should pruning be for hedging? Prune 1-2 times a year for a dense, tidy hedge.
  • Is 'Minor' suitable for pot growth? Due to its compact size, it's an excellent candidate for containers.

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Planting Guide

Plant Spacing

Hedging & Screening: Plant 1 m – 1.5 m apart for dense, formal hedging or screening

Feature Plant: Plant 2 m – 2.5 m apart to allow for full shape development in open space

Avenue Planting: Not commonly used, but space 2.5 m – 3 m apart if planted in a row

How to Plant Acmena smithii 'Minor'

How to Plant Acmena smithii 'Minor'

  1. Pick a Spot: Select an area with good sunlight exposure; it tolerates partial shade.
  2. Soil Amendment: Add compost to the planting soil for added nutrients.
  3. Dig: Create a hole about twice the size of the root ball.
  4. Positioning: Plant the 'Minor' Lilly Pilly in the hole, backfill, and press the soil firmly.
  5. Water: Ensure a thorough watering immediately after planting.

Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting

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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