Acmena smithii 'Sublime' - Lilly Pilly - Evergreen Trees Direct

Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly

$150.00

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Size: 30cm

30cm 40cm/45L 50cm 100L 200L 280L

All stock is grown, maintained and graded in strict accordance with AS 4373-2007, Australian Standard for Nursery Stock.

Current Stock Height Guides

40cm/45L: 1m – 1.5m Approx.
100L: 1.2m – 1.7m Approx.
280L: Enquire within for height guide information.

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 mustconfirm 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.

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 3 m – 5 m

Mature Width: 2 m – 3 m

Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly is expected to grow 40 – 60 cm/year.

Root Ball Dimensions

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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About Your New Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly

Acmena smithii 'Sublime' is a compact evergreen lilly pilly with vivid lime-green new growth that matures to deep glossy green. Its naturally upright columnar habit delivers dense coverage from base to tip, making it one of the cleanest, lowest-maintenance screening plants available.

Sublime grows to around 5 metres tall and just 2-3 metres wide, holding a tight column with minimal pruning. The narrow form suits tight boundary lines, pool surrounds, and structured hedges. A non-invasive root system and strong psyllid resistance make it a reliable, well-behaved alternative to more vigorous screening species.

Sublime tolerates clay soils, light frost, and moderate drought once established. It thrives across temperate to subtropical regions of NSW, QLD, VIC and parts of SA and WA, in full sun to part shade.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly

How tall does Sublime Lilly Pilly grow?

Sublime grows to around 5 metres tall and just 2-3 metres wide, with a naturally upright columnar form.

How fast does Sublime grow?

Sublime is fast-growing, adding 50-80cm per year once established.

Is Sublime psyllid resistant?

Yes. Acmena smithii 'Sublime' has strong psyllid resistance, so it holds clean, unblemished foliage where older lilly pilly types can suffer pimple-like leaf damage.

Is Sublime good for hedging and screening?

Yes. The dense columnar habit makes Sublime ideal for narrow hedges, screens, and pool surrounds where clean form is needed.

Are Sublime roots invasive?

No. Sublime has a non-invasive root system, making it a safer choice near paving, pools, and boundaries than more vigorous screening species.

How far apart should I plant Sublime for a hedge?

Plant 60-80cm apart for a dense formal hedge, or 1 metre for a more relaxed screen.

Where does Sublime grow best in Australia?

Sublime thrives across temperate to subtropical regions of NSW, QLD, VIC and parts of SA and WA, tolerating clay soils, light frost, and moderate drought once established.

Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

$21.95

Features and Benefits

Organically certified product
Improves aeration for roots
A rich blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, Gypsum, composted coarse bark and wetting agent
Excellent to mix with heavy clay soils, an organic mixture with added gypsum which is perfect for exotic plants
Revitalises tired soils, adds nutrient and organic matter, no chemical additives, weed free
Assists in retaining moisture in the soil longer after rain or watering

Directions For Use

Water plant well at least several hours prior to planting.
Dig a hole at least twice the width of the pot and 7cm deeper than the pot.
Mix Grow Better Enriched Planting Mix with the soil that has been dug out of the hole, adding about 1/3 planting mix.
Spread a 7cm layer of improved soil in the hole and remove plant from the pot. Tease roots gently if the root ball is very firm and place plant in the planting hole. Check that pot soil is level with the surrounding soil surface level, not higher or lower.
Fill in the hole with improved soil mixture, firm down soil and water well adding Grow Better Plant Starter to final watering.

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Uses in my Garden

Screening or Privacy
Shrubs
Rural Property Planting
Council or Civic Landscapes

Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly works in an:

Australian Native Garden – celebrates local plants with natural character.
Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Is Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly Evergreen or Deciduous?

Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 3 m – 5 m

Mature Width: 2 m – 3 m

Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly is expected to grow 40 – 60 cm/year.

Growth Rate of Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly

Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly is expected to grow 40 – 60 cm/year.

They are considered to have a:

Medium Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly

Is Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly frost tolerant?

Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Does Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly Flower?

Acmena smithii ‘Sublime’ produces clusters of small white, fluffy flowers from late spring into summer. While subtle, these soft blooms sit neatly among the fresh foliage and lead to small berries that add seasonal interest.

Does Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Sporadic

Flower Type:

Clustered

Flower Colour:

White

Is Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly an Australian Native Tree?

Yes

Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly is Native to Eastern Australia, from Queensland through New South Wales to Victoria, where Acmena smithii naturally occurs in subtropical and temperate rainforests.

What is the Wildlife Value of Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly ?

Its dense evergreen foliage provides excellent shelter and nesting sites for small birds, while its flowers support native bees and beneficial insects. The berries that follow serve as a valuable food source for fruit-eating birds, enhancing biodiversity in garden settings.

How much Sunlight does Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly need?

Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly will thrive best in:

Full Sun
Part Shade

Preferred Soil?

Acmena smithii ‘Sublime’ performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils and prefers slightly acidic to neutral conditions. It can become stressed in heavy clay or poorly drained positions unless improved with organic matter to enhance aeration and drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as the tree matures and develops strong drought resilience.

Is Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly Drought Tolerant?

Is Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it benefits from regular watering, but once established Acmena smithii ‘Sublime’ develops good drought tolerance. It performs reliably through dry periods and maintains its dense, upright habit with minimal supplementary watering.

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How To Plant Your Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly

Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun to part shade with room for the canopy to develop.

Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth.

Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots.

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly

Hedging and screening: 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen, or 80 centimetres apart for a tighter formal hedge.

Avenue planting: 3 metres apart for a uniform soft-textured avenue.

Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly is expected to grow 40 – 60 cm/year.

Medium Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly

Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, reduce to once weekly in dry periods. Mulch helps maintain consistent moisture.

Mulching: Apply a 5 to 7 centimetre layer of organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk.

Pruning: Tip prune in late winter and again in summer to build dense growth. For a formal hedge, light shaping two to three times a year keeps lines crisp.

Fertilising: Apply a slow-release native blend in early spring and again in autumn. Avoid high-phosphorus formulations as a precaution.

Pest and disease: Hardy against most pests and diseases. Occasional inspection for psyllids or scale in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

Planting Your Acmena smithii 'Sublime' Lilly Pilly in Different Soil

Acmena smithii performs best in well-drained sandy loam or loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Adaptable to a wide range of soils when drainage is improved with organic matter.

Sandy soil: Free-draining and ideal. Mulch well to maintain consistent moisture.

Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and organic compost before planting.

Loam: The preferred soil for steady root development and consistent growth.

pH: Slightly acidic to neutral preferred. Mulch with composted leaf litter to maintain levels naturally.

Frequently Asked Questions

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.