Waterhousea floribunda ‘Amaroo’ – Amaroo Weeping Lilly Pilly

• Screening or Privacy
• Feature Tree
• Street Tree
• Council or Civic Landscapes
• Rural Property Planting

Waterhousea floribunda ‘Amaroo’ – Amaroo Weeping Lilly Pilly works in an:

• Contemporary / Architectural Garden – striking forms for bold design statements.
• Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.
• Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Waterhousea floribunda ‘Amaroo’ – Amaroo Weeping Lilly Pilly is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height: 8–12 metres

Mature Width: 4–6 metres

Waterhousea floribunda ‘Amaroo’ – Amaroo Weeping Lilly Pilly is expected to grow 60–90cm per year (moderate to fast).

Waterhousea floribunda ‘Amaroo’ – Amaroo Weeping Lilly Pilly is expected to grow 60–90cm per year (moderate to fast).

They are considered to have a:

• Medium Growth Rate
• Fast Growth Rate

Is Waterhousea floribunda ‘Amaroo’ – Amaroo Weeping Lilly Pilly frost tolerant?

Waterhousea floribunda ‘Amaroo’ – Amaroo Weeping Lilly Pilly is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Waterhousea floribunda ‘Amaroo’ produces clusters of small, creamy-white flowers during the warmer months. While relatively subtle, the blooms sit lightly against the glossy green foliage and add seasonal interest to this elegant weeping form.

Does Waterhousea floribunda ‘Amaroo’ – Amaroo Weeping Lilly Pilly flower?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Summer

Flower Type:

• Fluffy

Flower Colour:

Cream

Yes

Waterhousea floribunda ‘Amaroo’ – Amaroo Weeping Lilly Pilly is Native to Eastern Australia, where Waterhousea floribunda grows naturally along riverbanks and rainforest margins in warm temperate regions.

Its summer flowers provide nectar for bees and other beneficial pollinators, while the dense, softly weeping canopy offers excellent shelter and nesting opportunities for small birds. The lush evergreen structure contributes meaningfully to garden biodiversity by providing year-round habitat and protection.

Waterhousea floribunda ‘Amaroo’ – Amaroo Weeping Lilly Pilly will thrive best in:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Waterhousea floribunda ‘Amaroo’ 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 or waterlogged conditions unless significantly improved, as poor drainage can stress the roots. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then gradually reduce watering as the tree matures.

Is Waterhousea floribunda ‘Amaroo’ – Amaroo Weeping Lilly Pilly Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it benefits from regular deep watering to establish evenly, particularly during warmer weather. Once established, ‘Amaroo’ shows good drought tolerance and performs reliably through dry periods when planted in well-drained soil, though occasional supplementary watering supports optimal canopy density and foliage quality.