Lilly Pilly Up and Away – Slim, Vertical Screening Tree

Syzygium australe ‘Up and Away’ is a slim, vertical lilly pilly selected for tight spaces where height is needed without a wide hedge. It forms a dense column of glossy evergreen foliage with fresh coloured new growth, creating strong privacy while keeping garden areas open. Improved resistance to psyllids helps maintain smooth, attractive leaves year-round.

Key features

• Naturally narrow upright growth

• Dense evergreen foliage

• Psyllid resistant leaves

• Colourful new growth flush

• Excellent for formal hedging

Landscape uses

Perfect for compact suburban gardens:

• Boundary screening

• Side pathways and driveways

• Pool equipment concealment

• Tall privacy hedges in small blocks

• Modern landscape planting

Size & growth

• Height: 5–8 m

• Width: 1–1.5 m

• Growth rate: Fast

Creates height quickly while preserving usable space.

Growing conditions

• Full sun to part shade

• Most well-drained soils

• Light pruning maintains column shape

• Hardy once established

Why choose ‘Up and Away’

For maximum height in minimal width, Up and Away provides reliable privacy and a clean architectural hedge ideal for narrow boundaries.