Waterhousea floribunda - Weeping Lilly Pilly

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Description

Waterhousea floribunda, commonly known as Weeping Lilly Pilly, is a highly favored Australian native ideal for creating dense screens, effective windbreaks, or as a striking container plant. This fast-growing tree, reaching up to 12 meters, offers lush, dense foliage that not only provides excellent privacy but also contributes to noise reduction, making it perfect for urban gardens. With its low maintenance and adaptability to various soil types, it is well-suited for gardeners looking for lasting visual impact with minimal effort. The Weeping Lilly Pilly is also beneficial for local wildlife, attracting birds and beneficial insects, enhancing biodiversity in any setting. Its year-round verdant appearance ensures that it adds continuous richness and aesthetic appeal to both residential and public landscapes.

Common Name: Weeping Lilly Pilly
Mature Height (Meters): 12 meters
Mature Width (Meters): 8 meters
Spacing: Plant every 1m apart for a faster forming hedge or further apart for a slower forming hedge.
Foliage: The Weeping Lilly Pilly boasts lush green foliage with new growth displaying captivating pink and wine-colored hues that transition to rich green as they mature.
Flowering Period: Profuse delicate white fluffy flowers bloom throughout the year.
Form/ Habit: This versatile tree has a weeping habit, making it a visually striking addition to any landscape.
Uses: Ideal for specimen planting, tall screening, hedging, or as a captivating street tree.
Evergreen/ Deciduous: Evergreen, providing year-round beauty.
Tolerates: The Weeping Lilly Pilly is not drought or frost tolerant, so it requires proper care and protection during harsh weather conditions.
Drought Hardy: Not drought-tolerant.
Sun: Thrives in full sun to part shade, adaptable to various lighting conditions.
Maintenance: Low maintenance, requiring minimal pruning to maintain the desired shape.
Water Requirement: Adequate watering is necessary, especially for young trees, to ensure proper growth and vitality.

Description

Waterhousea floribunda, commonly known as Weeping Lilly Pilly, is a highly favored Australian native ideal for creating dense screens, effective windbreaks, or as a striking container plant. This fast-growing tree, reaching up to 12 meters, offers lush, dense foliage that not only provides excellent privacy but also contributes to noise reduction, making it perfect for urban gardens. With its low maintenance and adaptability to various soil types, it is well-suited for gardeners looking for lasting visual impact with minimal effort. The Weeping Lilly Pilly is also beneficial for local wildlife, attracting birds and beneficial insects, enhancing biodiversity in any setting. Its year-round verdant appearance ensures that it adds continuous richness and aesthetic appeal to both residential and public landscapes.

Common Name: Weeping Lilly Pilly
Mature Height (Meters): 12 meters
Mature Width (Meters): 8 meters
Spacing: Plant every 1m apart for a faster forming hedge or further apart for a slower forming hedge.
Foliage: The Weeping Lilly Pilly boasts lush green foliage with new growth displaying captivating pink and wine-colored hues that transition to rich green as they mature.
Flowering Period: Profuse delicate white fluffy flowers bloom throughout the year.
Form/ Habit: This versatile tree has a weeping habit, making it a visually striking addition to any landscape.
Uses: Ideal for specimen planting, tall screening, hedging, or as a captivating street tree.
Evergreen/ Deciduous: Evergreen, providing year-round beauty.
Tolerates: The Weeping Lilly Pilly is not drought or frost tolerant, so it requires proper care and protection during harsh weather conditions.
Drought Hardy: Not drought-tolerant.
Sun: Thrives in full sun to part shade, adaptable to various lighting conditions.
Maintenance: Low maintenance, requiring minimal pruning to maintain the desired shape.
Water Requirement: Adequate watering is necessary, especially for young trees, to ensure proper growth and vitality.

Additional Information You Should Know About Waterhousea floribunda - Weeping Lilly Pilly

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Height Guide For Waterhousea floribunda - Weeping Lilly Pilly

Height Guide for Waterhousia Floribunda
30cm/33cm Pot: Approx 0.8m - 1.4m tall
40cm/45L Pot
: Approx 1.2m - 1.9m tall
50cm/70L Pot: Approx 1.4m - 2.1m tall
100L Pot: Approx 1.7m - 2.5m tall
200L Pot: Approx 2.4m - 3.1m tall
300L Pot: Approx 3.2 - 4.2m
1000L Pot: Approx 6m +

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Why Choose Waterhousea floribunda - Weeping Lilly Pilly For Your Garden?

Known for its dense, lush foliage and upright yet weeping habit, this Australian native is perfect for creating effective screens and windbreaks. It grows rapidly, reaching up to 8 meters if untrimmed, and can be easily maintained at your desired size through regular pruning, which also encourages vibrant new growth. The Weeping Lilly Pilly is adaptable to a variety of free-draining soils, thrives in full sun, and once established, is drought and frost tolerant. With minimal care, it continues to add visual appeal and serves as a practical choice for not only private gardens but also street and park plantings.

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How To Grow Waterhousea floribunda - Weeping Lilly Pilly In Different Soil Types

Optimal Soil Conditions:
Waterhousea floribunda excels in rich, well-drained soil that balances moisture retention with adequate drainage to prevent root issues. Ideal soil supports the tree's fast growth and maintains its lush, dense foliage.

Soil Types and Optimization:

Sandy Soils:

  • Benefits: Sandy soils ensure excellent drainage, essential for the health of Waterhousea floribunda.
  • Optimization: Incorporate organic matter such as compost or aged manure to enhance moisture and nutrient retention.
  • Watering: Increase watering frequency, as sandy soils tend to dry out quickly.

Clay Soils:

  • Benefits: Clay soils are rich in nutrients and retain moisture well.
  • Optimization: Improve soil structure and drainage by adding gypsum and organic matter. Consider elevated planting or raised beds to enhance root health.
  • Planting Advice: Proper aeration is crucial to avoid waterlogging and root rot.

Loamy Soils:

  • Benefits: Loamy soils are ideal due to their optimal structure for moisture and nutrient retention.
  • Optimization: Enrich with organic compost annually to sustain fertility and support vigorous growth.
  • Care: Mulching helps maintain soil moisture and control weeds, creating an ideal growing environment.

Chalky Soils:

  • Benefits: Generally well-draining and suitable for Waterhousea floribunda.
  • Optimization: Add organic materials to increase fertility and moisture retention. Adjusting soil pH with elemental sulfur can be beneficial if the soil is too alkaline.
  • Watering: Regular irrigation may be needed to counter rapid drainage.

pH Preferences:
Waterhousea floribunda prefers a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0 to 7.0). Regular soil testing and adjustments ensure optimal nutrient uptake and plant health.

General Planting Tips:

  • Ensure soil is loose and enriched at planting to encourage healthy root development.
  • Use slow-release fertilizers to boost initial growth.
  • Monitor soil moisture and pH regularly to adjust care as needed.

Adhering to these soil management recommendations will help your Weeping Lilly Pilly thrive, enhancing both the privacy and aesthetic of your landscape with its striking foliage and growth.

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Planting Your Waterhousea floribunda - Weeping Lilly Pilly: Ensuring A Strong Start

How to Plant Waterhousea Floribunda - Weeping Lilly Pilly:

1. Choose the Right Location:
Select a well-drained planting location that receives either full sun or part shade. Ensure the soil has good drainage properties.

2. Proper Spacing:
Plan your planting spacing according to your desired hedge formation speed. For a faster-forming hedge, plant them every 80cm apart. For a slower formation, space them further apart.

3. Planting Depth:
When planting, dig a hole that is at least as deep as the root ball and twice as wide. Place the tree in the hole, ensuring the top of the root ball is level with the surrounding soil.

4. Watering and Mulching:
After planting, water the tree thoroughly to settle the soil and eliminate air pockets. Apply mulch around the base to retain soil moisture and control weed growth.

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Watering Requirements After Planting

When you plant a new tree, it's crucial to give it the right start by ensuring it receives sufficient water. Here’s a general guideline for watering your newly planted tree:

  • Immediately After Planting: Water your tree generously right after planting your Waterhousea floribunda - Weeping Lilly Pilly to settle the soil around the roots and eliminate any air pockets.
  • First Three Months: The initial three months are critical for the establishment of the tree. During this period, the tree should be hand watered twice daily, in the morning and evening. This helps the roots grow deep and strong.
  • Irrigation System: If you have an irrigation system, adjust it to ensure the tree gets adequate water during these first months.
  • Adjusting to Weather Conditions: Always consider the weather conditions and adjust your watering accordingly. In hotter and drier periods, additional watering may be necessary.

Consistent attention to your tree’s watering needs during this initial period will help ensure its healthy growth and long-term success in your garden.

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Root Ball Guide

Here is our guide for planting your trees with the appropriate root ball dimensions. When planting, we recommend digging a hole that is 10% larger than the size of your pot, and teasing the rootball before planting to promote better root growth.

Root Ball Dimensions:

  • 40cm Pot: 44 x 38.5 cm
  • 45L Bag: 41.8 x 41.8 cm
  • 50cm Squat Pot: 49.5 x 34.1 cm
  • 50cm Pot: 49.5 x 35.2 cm
  • 70L Pot: 55 x 41.8 cm
  • 75L Bag: 55 x 48.4 cm
  • 90L Pot: 59.4 x 44 cm
  • 100L Bag: 50.6 x 52.8 cm
  • 100L Squat Bag: 58.3 x 49.5 cm
  • 100L Pot: 66 x 49.5 cm
  • 150L Bag: 66 x 55 cm
  • 155L Pot: 74.8 x 52.8 cm
  • 200L Bag: 71.5 x 60.5 cm
  • 280L Pot: 91.3 x 55 cm
  • 300L Bag: 88 x 63.8 cm
  • 400L Bag: 99 x 66 cm
  • 500L Bag: 122 x 66 cm
  • 1000L Bag: 146.3 x 71.5 cm
  • 2000L Bag: 176 x 82.5 cm

Follow these dimensions to ensure a smooth planting process and optimal growth for your new tree.

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Caring For Your Waterhousea floribunda - Weeping Lilly Pilly

Caring for Waterhousea Floribunda - Weeping Lilly Pilly:

1. Minimal Pruning:
The Weeping Lilly Pilly is relatively low maintenance. Minimal pruning is typically required in late winter or early spring, primarily for maintaining the desired shape. Avoid excessive pruning.

2. Pest and Disease Monitoring:
Regularly inspect the tree for pests, particularly psyllids. Address pest issues promptly to prevent damage. Additionally, be vigilant for fungal problems, ensuring good air circulation around the tree.

3. Adequate Watering:
Proper watering is crucial, especially for young trees. Water consistently to keep the soil moist, but avoid overwatering to prevent waterlogged roots.

4. Fertilization:
Apply balanced fertilizer in late winter or early spring to provide essential nutrients for healthy growth.

By following these planting and care instructions, you can enjoy the beauty of the Weeping Lilly Pilly in your garden with minimal effort and exceptional results.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Waterhousea floribunda - Weeping Lilly Pilly

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: What is the ideal spacing for planting Weeping Lilly Pilly for a hedge?
A: For a faster-forming hedge, plant them every 80cm apart. For a slower formation, space them further apart.

Q: Is the Weeping Lilly Pilly drought tolerant?
A: No, it is not drought-tolerant, and regular watering is essential for its well-being.

Q: How often should I prune the Weeping Lilly Pilly?
A: Minimal pruning is required, typically in late winter or early spring, primarily for maintaining the desired shape.

Q: Is the Weeping Lilly Pilly resistant to pests and diseases?
A: While it's generally hardy, monitor for pests like psyllids and address them if necessary.

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