{"product_id":"lilly-pilly-syzygium-australe-bush-christmas","title":"Lilly Pilly Syzygium Australe Bush Christmas","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSyzygium australe 'Bush Christmas' - Bush Christmas Lilly Pilly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring year-round colour and privacy to your garden with \u003c\/span\u003eSyzygium 'Bush Christmas'\u003cspan\u003e, a fast-growing Australian native Lilly Pilly renowned for its brilliant flushes of vibrant red new growth. Its dense, naturally bushy habit makes it an outstanding choice for hedging, screening and feature planting, while the colourful foliage creates an eye-catching display throughout the year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducing glossy green mature leaves that contrast beautifully with the bright red new growth,\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBush Christmas\u003cspan\u003e provides exceptional visual appeal in both residential and commercial landscapes. In spring and summer, fluffy white flowers may appear, followed by attractive pink to reddish-purple berries that are enjoyed by native birds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighly adaptable and easy to maintain, \u003c\/span\u003eSyzygium 'Bush Christmas'\u003cspan\u003e thrives in a wide range of Australian conditions and responds extremely well to pruning, making it ideal for creating formal hedges, privacy screens or naturally shaped feature plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant in \u003c\/span\u003efull sun to part shade\u003cspan\u003e. For the brightest foliage colour and densest growth, choose a position with plenty of sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypically grows \u003c\/span\u003e2-3metres high\u003cspan\u003e. It can easily be maintained at \u003c\/span\u003e1 metre\u003cspan\u003e as a hedge with regular trimming.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a dense hedge, plant approximately \u003c\/span\u003e75cm apart\u003cspan\u003e, depending on the desired screening effect. Improve the soil with organic matter before planting and water regularly during establishment. Apply mulch around the base to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater regularly during the establishment period, then reduce watering, as 'Bush Christmas' is drought-tolerant once established. Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertiliser in early spring to encourage lush growth and vibrant foliage colour. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain its compact shape and encourage dense foliage. Mulching around the base helps retain moisture and keep roots cool, especially in warmer climates.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunshine Coast Plants","offers":[{"title":"140mm pot","offer_id":46181414437050,"sku":null,"price":15.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/2052\/2569\/files\/lilly-pilly-syzygium-australe-bush-christmas-140mm-pot-plant-614.webp?v=1784610366","url":"https:\/\/sunshinecoastplants.com.au\/products\/lilly-pilly-syzygium-australe-bush-christmas","provider":"Sunshine Coast Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}