Syzygium australe 'Pinnacle' 400mm

Syzygium australe 'Pinnacle' (commonly known as the Pinnacle Lilly Pilly) is a popular, evergreen Australian native tree celebrated for its highly compact, narrow, and columnar growth habit. Developed as an Ozbreed variety, it is widely used as a structural alternative to Italian pencil pines, making it the perfect choice for tight screening zones, narrow driveways, and formal hedging along boundary fences. Please note that this cultivar is not fully psyllid-resistant, meaning it may occasionally suffer from minor pimple-like foliage distortions caused by the lilly pilly psyllid insect

Light requirement: Full sun to part shade.
Water requirement: Moderate. Keep soil consistently moist until established.

Watering frequency: Regular until established; occasional deep watering thereafter.
Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil; tolerant of sandy and clay soils.
Skill level: Beginner
Growth rate: Moderate
Suitable for container gardens: Yes, suitable for medium to large pots and tubs.

Mature Height: 6-10m
Mature Width: 1-1.5m

Seasonality: Evergreen

Drought Tolerant: Moderate once established
Frost Tolerant: Light frost tolerant
Wind Tolerant: Good, including coastal conditions

Leaf colour: Glossy green leaves that contrast beautifully with bright reddish-brown or bronze new growth flushes.
Leaf Variegation pattern: No

Size of leaf: Features dense, rounded, 3.3-9.5 cm long, and 1.2-3.2 cm in width

Flower Colour: White
Flower Shape: Small, fluffy clusters
Flower Fragrance: Mild
Flower Season: Spring to summer

Fruit: Fleshy pink-to-red edible berries that attract native birds.