Acmena smithii ‘Allyn Magic’ – Lilly Pilly

Acmena smithii lilly-pilly 'Allyn Magic'

Acmena smithii 'Allyn Magic'
Acmena smithii 'Allyn Magic'
Acmena smithii 'Allyn Magic'

A fantastic dwarf form of this species, low mounding shrub. The new foliage growth is bright orange-red, and is psyllid resistant. Fleshy pink berries follow cream fluffy flowers. The berries are edible. Ideal for low hedging and borders or as a tub or patio specimen. Also good for bonsai and topiary work.
Good in a sunny spot as well as lightly shaded. Feed with a good all purpose fertiliser in the warm months.

Family : Myrtaceae

Cultivar Name: Allyn Magic

Plant Type : Small shrub

Width : 1

Flowering Time : Summer

Soil Type : Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix

Climate Zone : Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Cool

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Dense foliage

Soil Moisture : Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage

Special Uses : Edible, Bonsai, Decorative fruit, Erosion control, Pipe and drain friendly, Fast growing, Playground friendly

Scientific Name: Acmena smithii

Common Name : Lilly Pilly

Height : 0.6

Flower Color : Cream

pH Level : Acid, Neutral

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Courtyard, Poolside, Container growing, Coastal garden

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Seed eating birds

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