Syzygium australe 'Resilience' - Lilly Pilly

Name: Syzygium australe 'Resilience' - Lilly Pilly
Brand: Evergreen Trees Direct
SKU: SYZAUSRES100L
Price: 620.00 AUD
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Size: 100L

100L

Current Stock Height Guides

100L: 2m – 2.4m Approx.

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About Syzygium australe 'Resilience' - Lilly Pilly

Syzygium australe ‘Resilience’ is one of the most widely planted Lilly Pilly cultivars in New South Wales and Queensland, known for its pest resistance, dense foliage, and reliable performance. This Australian native evergreen shrub or small tree develops a thick, bushy canopy with minimal pruning, making it excellent for privacy screening, fast establishment, and low-maintenance landscaping.

They look excellent when used as dense hedges or informal screens, creating year-round visual interest with glossy deep green leaves and striking red to copper new growth. Spring and summer bring fluffy white flowers followed by vibrant red to purple berries that attract native birds, adding ecological value.

‘Resilience’ thrives in full sun to part shade, tolerates drought once established, and adapts well to various soils without the need for chemical treatments. It’s a top choice for residential and commercial projects requiring durable, attractive screening, formal or informal structure, and a sustainable landscape element.

Key Information to Know

Evergreen / Deciduous

Syzygium australe 'Resilience' - Lilly Pilly is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 4m - 6m Approximately

Mature Width: 2 m – 4 m

Syzygium australe 'Resilience' - Lilly Pilly is expected to grow Approx. 50 – 90 cm/year (Fast).

Frost Tolerance

Is Syzygium australe 'Resilience' - Lilly Pilly frost tolerant?

Syzygium australe 'Resilience' - Lilly Pilly is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Flowering Information

Syzygium australe ‘Resilience’ produces clusters of small white, fluffy flowers during the warmer months, typically late spring and summer. These blooms are followed by glossy red fruit that add seasonal colour and contrast beautifully with the rich green foliage, enhancing the plant’s presence in large, advanced containers such as 100L specimens.

Native Information

Is Syzygium australe 'Resilience' - Lilly Pilly an Australian Native? Yes

Syzygium australe 'Resilience' - Lilly Pilly is Native to Native to eastern Australia, where Syzygium australe grows naturally in subtropical rainforests. ‘Resilience’ is a selected cultivar bred specifically for pest resistance, dense growth, and adaptability in landscapes.

Wildlife Value

Its soft new growth and summer flowers attract native bees, hoverflies and other beneficial insects, while the dense evergreen foliage provides valuable shelter, nesting opportunities and protection for small birds. The glossy red berries that follow are also a food source for fruit-eating birds, making ‘Resilience’ an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly gardens.

Sunlight Information

Syzygium australe 'Resilience' - Lilly Pilly will thrive best in:

Full Sun
Part Shade

Preffered Soil

Syzygium australe ‘Resilience’ performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils with an acidic to neutral pH. It will also tolerate lighter sandy soils if enriched with organic matter to improve moisture retention and fertility. Avoid heavy clay, compacted or poorly drained sites unless significantly improved, as inadequate drainage can lead to root stress and reduced performance. Keep the soil evenly moist during establishment, then gradually reduce watering as the plant matures.

Botanical Information

Common Name: Resilience Lilly Pilly

Genus: Syzygium

Botanical Species: australe

Family: Myrtaceae

Botanical Name: Syzygium australe 'Resilience'

Landscape Uses

Screening or Privacy
Shrubs
Council or Civic Landscapes
Plant in Pots (or) Suitable for Pots
Windbreak
Driveway Border

Syzygium australe 'Resilience' - Lilly Pilly works in an:

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

Planting, Spacing & Care

How to Plant:

Choose a location with well-draining soil and exposure to full sun or partial shade.
Dig a hole that is the same depth as the root ball and at least twice as wide.
Place the shrub in the hole at the correct depth.
Backfill with soil, water thoroughly, and add mulch to conserve soil moisture.

Hedging & Screening: 1m spacing for dense hedge or up to 1.5m for more informal

Feature Tree: 2 – 3 meters

Avenue Planting: Not typically used as avenue planting

Caring for Syzygium australe 'Resilience':

Prune as needed to maintain the desired shape and height, especially for hedges and topiary.
Provide regular watering, especially during dry spells, to ensure healthy growth.
Enjoy the glossy green foliage, small flowers, and attractive fruit that may appear on this resilient Lilly Pilly.

Optimal Soil Conditions

Rich, well-drained soil that retains moisture without becoming waterlogged.
Ideal balance between moisture retention and drainage for healthy growth.

Sandy Soils

Offer excellent drainage, crucial for root health.
Mix in plenty of organic matter to improve nutrient and moisture retention.
Increase watering frequency, as sandy soils dry out quickly.

Clay Soils

Naturally nutrient-rich and moisture-retentive.
Amend with gypsum and organic matter to improve drainage.
Consider raised beds or mounded planting to enhance drainage.

Loamy Soils

Ideal for Lilly Pillies, balancing moisture retention and drainage.
Enhance annually with organic compost to maintain fertility.
Apply mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Chalky Soils

Typically well-draining and may be alkaline.
Enrich with organic matter to improve fertility and moisture retention.
Add elemental sulfur if necessary to adjust soil pH to more suitable levels.
May require more frequent irrigation due to quick drainage.

pH Preferences

Prefer slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 6.0 to 7.0).
Test soil pH and adjust to enhance nutrient availability and plant health.

General Planting Tips

Ensure soil is loose and friable to encourage root expansion.
Incorporate slow-release fertilizer at planting for a healthy start.
Regularly check soil moisture and pH, adjusting care as needed.

Syzygium australe 'Resilience' - Lilly Pilly is expected to grow Approx. 50 – 90 cm/year (Fast).

Fast Growth Rate

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)

Ideal Conditions

Tropical QLD (Cairns, Townsville)
Subtropical QLD (Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast)
Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
Sydney & Central Coast
South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
Inland NSW / Tablelands (Orange, Bathurst, Canberra)
Melbourne & Surrounds (Metro, Bayside, Geelong, Bellarine, Mornington)
Western District & Central VIC (Ballarat, Bendigo, Hamilton)
Gippsland (Latrobe Valley, East Gippsland)
Adelaide Metro & Coastal
Adelaide Hills & Barossa

Thrives in

Full Sun
Part Shade

Frost Tolerance

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

Drought Tolerance

As a young plant it requires regular watering to establish a strong root system. Once established, ‘Resilience’ develops good drought tolerance, maintaining dense foliage and healthy growth through warm, dry periods when planted in well-drained soil. Occasional supplementary watering during extended heat helps preserve canopy density and year-round vigour, especially in larger container-grown plants.

Flowering Information

Does Syzygium australe 'Resilience' - Lilly Pilly flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Summer

Flower Type:

Fluffy

Flower Colour:

White

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why is ‘Resilience’ such a popular Lilly Pilly cultivar?
A: It offers fast, dense growth, strong psyllid resistance, and minimal maintenance — perfect for screening and privacy planting.

Q: Is it suitable for formal hedging or topiary?
A: Yes, its naturally dense growth responds well to pruning and shaping for both informal and formal designs.

Q: How well does it tolerate drought?
A: Once established, it’s highly drought-tolerant and thrives with minimal watering.

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