Weeping Lilly Pilly Waterhousea 200mm pot

Botanical Name: Waterhousea floribunda (syn. Syzygium floribundum)
Weeping Lilly Pilly is a beautiful Australian native evergreen tree admired for its lush green foliage and graceful, gently weeping growth. Its soft, flowing appearance brings a relaxed and elegant feel to the landscape, making it an attractive choice for both contemporary and traditional Australian gardens.

Key Features
• Fast-growing
• Dense growth makes it an excellent choice for tall screening and hedging
• Graceful weeping foliage creates a softer look than traditional formal hedges
• Can be maintained at a desired height and width with regular pruning
• Produces small white flowers that attract bees and other pollinators

Pet-friendly: Yes. However, pets should still be discouraged from eating large amounts of leaves or other plant material, as this may cause digestive upset.

Size Available
• Height: 1m tall
• Pot Size: 200mm
Mature Size: Approximately 5-8m tall × 5–8m wide when left unpruned; can be maintained significantly smaller as a hedge or screen with regular pruning

Care Guide

1. Light: Grows best in full sun to part shade. Aim for at least 4–6 hours of sunlight per day for dense, healthy growth. It can tolerate some shade, although plants grown in lower light may develop a more open growth habit.

2. Water: Water deeply 2–3 times per week during the first few months after planting, adjusting according to rainfall, temperature and soil moisture. Newly planted advanced trees may require more frequent watering while their root systems establish. Once established, water deeply around once a week during extended warm and dry periods. Avoid frequent shallow watering and do not allow the soil to remain constantly waterlogged.

3. Soil: Prefers fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil rich in organic matter. It can adapt to a range of soil types but performs best when the soil does not dry out excessively for long periods. Improve poor soil with compost or organic matter before planting. Apply mulch around the root zone to help retain moisture, keeping mulch away from direct contact with the trunk.

4. Fertiliser: Apply a balanced slow-release fertiliser suitable for Australian native plants in early spring to encourage healthy new growth. For regularly trimmed hedges and screens, a second light application during the warmer growing season can help support dense foliage. Always follow the manufacturer’s recommended application rates and water thoroughly after fertilising.

5. Pruning: For hedging and screening, trim regularly during the active growing season to maintain the desired height, width and density. Light, frequent pruning encourages bushier growth and a fuller screen. If grown as a feature tree, prune only as needed to remove dead, damaged or crossing branches and to maintain a balanced shape.