Acmena smithii 'Sublime' - Lilly Pilly

Size: 280L
Sale price$2,000.00

Acmena smithii ‘Sublime’ – Sublime Lilly Pilly is a compact, evergreen screening plant with lime green new growth maturing to deep glossy green. Its upright, columnar habit (5m H × 2–3m W) delivers dense coverage from base to tip, with minimal pruning required.

They look excellent in tight boundary lines, around pools, or as structured hedges where clean form and vibrant colour are key. With a non-invasive root system and strong psyllid resistance, it provides a reliable alternative to more aggressive species like Ficus hillii ‘Flash’.

Tolerates clay soils, light frost, and moderate drought once established. Low maintenance and ideal for modern hedging applications requiring consistency, performance, and seasonal interest.

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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 – 5 m

Mature Width:

2 m – 3 m

Expected Growth Pear Year

40 – 60 cm/year

  • Medium Growth Rate
Evergreen/ Deciduous

Evergreen (foliage year round)

Frost Tolerance

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

Sunlight Tolerance
  • Full Sun
  • Part Shade
Form & Shape

Acmena smithii 'Sublime' - Lilly Pilly is considered:

  • Columnar
  • Upright
  • Dense
  • Narrow
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

  • How does 'Sublime' differentiate from other Lilly Pilly variants? It's distinctive for its reddish-pink young foliage, upright growth, and resistance to psyllids.
  • How frequently should 'Sublime' be pruned for hedging purposes? 1-2 times annually should suffice for a dense, neat hedge.
  • Is container growth feasible for 'Sublime'? Yes, its compact nature makes it an excellent choice for pot cultivation.

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Planting Guide

Plant Spacing

Hedging & Screening: Plant 1 m apart for a dense hedge, or slightly wider for a more informal look.

Feature Tree: Plant 1.5 m – 2 m apart to allow the tree to display its natural form.

Avenue Planting Trees: Not typically used for avenue planting.

How to Plant Acmena smithii 'Sublime' - Lilly Pilly

How to Plant Acmena smithii 'Sublime'

  1. Choose the Right Spot: A location with ample sunlight is ideal; however, partial shade is also tolerable.
  2. Prepare the Soil: Blend in compost or organic matter to enrich the planting area.
  3. Digging: Create a hole approximately double the size of the tree's root ball.
  4. Planting: Position the 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly in the hole, backfill with soil, and press down gently.
  5. Initial Watering: Generously water the tree right 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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