Syzygium australe ‘Plum Magic’ (Lilly Pilly Standard)
Syzygium australe ‘Plum Magic’ (Lilly Pilly Standard)
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Syzygium australe ‘Plum Magic’ (Lilly Pilly Standard) is a versatile evergreen shrub or small tree, prized for its vibrant plum-coloured new growth that matures to deep glossy green. Its dense foliage and naturally upright form make it ideal for hedging, screening, and topiary, especially when trained as a standard for a formal look
This hardy Australian native is well known for its improved resistance to psyllid and its adaptability to various garden styles. Suitable for both low borders and taller privacy screens, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and responds well to pruning, making it a reliable and low-maintenance landscaping choice

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Mature height
4 to 6m
Mature width
1.5 to 2m
Spacing
1 to 1.5m
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Plum-coloured new growth maturing to deep glossy green foliage with small white flowers and edible berries
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring to summer with flowering followed by fruiting
Sun tolerance
Full sun to partial shade
Maintenance
Low, responds well to regular pruning for hedging and shaping
Root System
Moderate, fibrous and non-invasive