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Syzygium australe 'Winter Lights' - Lilly Pilly

Name: Syzygium australe 'Winter Lights' - Lilly Pilly
Brand: Evergreen Trees Direct
SKU: SYZAUSWINT150L
Price: 700.00 AUD
Availability: InStock

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Size: 150L

150L 100L 40cm/45L

Current Stock Height Guides

40cm/45L: Enquire within for height guide information.
100L: 1.5m – 2.1m Approx.
150L: 1.8m – 2.4m Approx.

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About Syzygium australe 'Winter Lights' - Lilly Pilly

Syzygium australe ‘Winter Lights’ is a narrow, upright evergreen shrub or small tree known for its striking ornamental colour and dense form. Its new growth bursts with vivid bronze, orange, and red hues before maturing to glossy deep green, creating excellent seasonal contrast.

They look excellent when used as narrow hedges, privacy screens, or in formal garden settings where vibrant colour and structure are desired. Suited to full sun or part shade, it thrives in well-drained soils including coastal sands and clays. Summer brings fluffy white flowers followed by red berries that attract birds, adding ecological value.

For extra impact, ‘Winter Lights’ can be underplanted with shade-tolerant groundcovers or small perennials to soften the base and create layered textures in urban or residential landscapes. Low maintenance and moderate drought tolerance make it a practical and beautiful choice for contemporary gardens.

Key Information to Know

Evergreen / Deciduous

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

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 4m - 6m Approximately

Mature Width: 2 m – 3 m

Syzygium australe 'Winter Lights' - Lilly Pilly is expected to grow Approx. 40 – 70 cm/year. (Moderate).

Frost Tolerance

Is Syzygium australe 'Winter Lights' - Lilly Pilly frost tolerant?

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

Flowering Information

Syzygium australe ‘Winter Lights’ produces small white, fluffy flowers during the warmer months, usually in late spring and summer. These blooms are followed by glossy red berries that add further seasonal colour, complementing its distinctive bright red, bronze and lime-green new growth that provides year-round ornamental interest.

Native Information

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

Syzygium australe 'Winter Lights' - Lilly Pilly is Native to Native to eastern Australia, where Syzygium australe grows naturally in subtropical rainforests. ‘Winter Lights’ is a selected cultivar bred for its vivid cold-season foliage colour and dense growth.

Wildlife Value

Its soft new growth and clusters of summer flowers attract native bees, hoverflies and other beneficial insects, while the dense evergreen foliage offers excellent shelter and nesting opportunities for small birds. The berries that follow also support fruit-eating birds, making ‘Winter Lights’ a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly gardens.

Sunlight Information

Syzygium australe 'Winter Lights' - Lilly Pilly will thrive best in:

Full Sun
Part Shade

Preffered Soil

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

Botanical Information

Common Name: Winter Lights Lilly Pilly

Genus: Syzygium

Botanical Species: Australe

Family: Myrtaceae

Botanical Name: Syzygium australe 'Winter Lights'

Landscape Uses

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

Syzygium australe 'Winter Lights' - Lilly Pilly works in an:

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

Planting, Spacing & Care

Site Selection: Choose a well-draining location with sufficient sunlight or partial shade.

Planting Hole: Dig a hole as deep as the root ball and two to three times wider. Place the tree at the same depth as it was in the container.

Backfill: Replace soil around the root ball, gently tamping it down. Water thoroughly after planting.

Mulching: Apply a layer of mulch around the base to retain moisture and control weeds.

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

Feature Tree: 1.5 – 2.5 meters

Avenue Planting: Not typically used as avenue planting

Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist during the establishment phase. Once established, it's moderately drought-tolerant.

Pruning: Prune as needed to maintain the desired shape and size. Regular light pruning encourages denser growth.

Fertilization: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to promote healthy growth.

Pest and Disease Management: 'Winter Lights' Lilly Pilly is generally resistant to pests and diseases. Routine inspections ensure optimal tree health.

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 'Winter Lights' - Lilly Pilly is expected to grow Approx. 40 – 70 cm/year. (Moderate).

Medium 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 thoroughly. Once established, Syzygium australe ‘Winter Lights’ develops good drought tolerance, maintaining vibrant foliage and a compact, tidy habit through warm, dry periods when planted in well-drained soil. Occasional supplementary watering during extended heat supports long-term health and appearance.

Flowering Information

Does Syzygium australe 'Winter Lights' - Lilly Pilly flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Spring

Flower Type:

Fluffy

Flower Colour:

White

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What makes ‘Winter Lights’ stand out from other Lilly Pilly varieties?
A: Its vivid red-orange new growth and narrow form make it ideal for modern landscapes needing both colour and space-efficiency.

Q: Is ‘Winter Lights’ a good hedge plant?
A: Absolutely — its dense, upright habit is perfect for narrow hedging and screening.

Q: Does it tolerate coastal or urban conditions?
A: Yes, it performs well in coastal locations, is psyllid resistant, and tolerates urban pollution and light frost.

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