Syzygium Smithii ‘Firescreen’ (Syn. Acmena Smithii)
Syzygium Smithii ‘Firescreen’ (Syn. Acmena Smithii)
Couldn't load pickup availability
Syzygium Smithii ‘Firescreen’ (Syn. Acmena Smithii), commonly known as Firescreen Lilly Pilly, is an attractive evergreen shrub valued for its dense foliage, vibrant new growth and excellent screening qualities. Its fresh copper-red to bronze young leaves contrast beautifully with the mature glossy green foliage, creating year-round colour and visual appeal. With its naturally bushy growth habit, ‘Firescreen’ is an excellent choice for creating a lush privacy screen, a formal hedge or an attractive green backdrop for other garden plants.
Versatile and reliable, Syzygium Smithii ‘Firescreen’ is ideal for residential gardens, boundary plantings and landscape projects where privacy and greenery are desired. It responds well to regular pruning, allowing it to be maintained as a neat, dense hedge or grown into a larger screening plant. Its evergreen foliage provides lasting garden structure, while its seasonal red new growth adds a decorative touch. Plant in a sunny to partly shaded position with well-drained soil, and water regularly during establishment. Choose ‘Firescreen’ for an attractive and practical screening solution that enhances the beauty and privacy of your outdoor space.
Collapsible content
Mature height
3–5 metres; potentially taller if left unpruned
Mature width
1.5–3 metres
Spacing
1–1.5 metres apart for a dense hedge; 1.5–3 metres for screening
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Glossy green mature foliage, copper-red to bronze new growth, creamy-white flowers and purple berries
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring to summer, generally September to February in Australia
Sun tolerance
Full sun to partial shade
Maintenance
Low to moderate; prune regularly to maintain shape and encourage colourful new growth. Water consistently during establishment and extended dry periods.
Root System
Fibrous and generally considered less aggressive than some other screening trees. Allow sufficient space for mature growth and avoid planting too close to structures or underground services.