• Feature Tree
• Council or Civic Landscapes

Syzygium australe ‘Plum Magic’ – Plum Magic 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.

Syzygium australe ‘Plum Magic’ – Plum Magic Lilly Pilly is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height: 3–4 metres

Mature Width: 1.5–2 metres

Syzygium australe ‘Plum Magic’ – Plum Magic Lilly Pilly is expected to grow 30 – 60 cm per year (moderate) Frost.

Syzygium australe ‘Plum Magic’ – Plum Magic Lilly Pilly is expected to grow 30 – 60 cm per year (moderate) Frost.

They are considered to have a:

• Medium Growth Rate

Is Syzygium australe ‘Plum Magic’ – Plum Magic Lilly Pilly frost tolerant?

Syzygium australe ‘Plum Magic’ – Plum Magic Lilly Pilly is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Syzygium australe ‘Plum Magic’ produces soft white, fluffy flowers in late spring and summer, sitting among its vibrant foliage. The blooms are followed by glossy pink to red berries that add seasonal colour and complement the plant’s attractive flushes of plum-toned new growth, giving it strong ornamental appeal throughout the year.

Does Syzygium australe ‘Plum Magic’ – Plum Magic Lilly Pilly flower?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Summer

Flower Type:

• Fluffy
• Clustered

Flower Colour:

White

Yes

Syzygium australe ‘Plum Magic’ – Plum Magic Lilly Pilly is Native to Eastern Australia, from Queensland through New South Wales, where Syzygium australe grows in coastal rainforests and along streams.

Its soft new growth and summer flowering attract native bees, hoverflies and other beneficial pollinators, while the dense evergreen habit provides excellent shelter, protection and nesting sites for small birds. The berries that follow also support fruit-eating birds, making ‘Plum Magic’ a highly biodiverse and wildlife-friendly choice for suburban gardens.

Syzygium australe ‘Plum Magic’ – Plum Magic Lilly Pilly will thrive best in:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Syzygium australe ‘Plum Magic’ performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils with an acidic to neutral pH. It will also tolerate coastal or lighter sandy soils if enriched with organic matter to improve fertility and moisture retention. Avoid heavy clay, compacted or waterlogged conditions unless significantly improved, as these can stress the root system and reduce growth. Keep the soil evenly moist during establishment, then gradually reduce watering as the plant matures.

Is Syzygium australe ‘Plum Magic’ – Plum Magic Lilly Pilly Drought tolerant?

As a young plant it benefits from regular watering to establish thoroughly. Once established, Syzygium australe ‘Plum Magic’ shows good drought tolerance, maintaining its dense form and vibrant foliage through warm, dry periods when planted in well-drained soil. Occasional supplementary watering during extended heat will help support long-term vigour and colour.