Lilly Pilly Winter Lights – Bright coloured winter new growth
Syzygium australe ‘Winter Lights’ is a decorative lilly pilly selected for its vibrant flushes of pink-red new growth that brighten the garden through cooler months. The colourful foliage matures to glossy green, forming a dense evergreen hedge that provides privacy while adding seasonal interest. Improved resistance to psyllids keeps the leaves smooth and attractive with minimal maintenance.
Key features
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Bright coloured winter new growth
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Dense evergreen foliage
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Reliable screening habit
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Psyllid resistant leaves
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Flowers followed by decorative berries
Landscape uses
Great for colour and coverage:
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Boundary hedges
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Feature privacy screens
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Courtyard planting
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Modern native gardens
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Wind and noise buffering
Size & growth
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Height: 3–5 m
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Width: 1.5–3 m
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Growth rate: Moderate to fast
Forms a colourful hedge that fills out well.
Growing conditions
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Full sun to part shade
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Most well-drained soils
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Light trimming increases density
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Hardy once established
Why choose ‘Winter Lights’
For a hedge that offers privacy with seasonal colour, Winter Lights provides dependable coverage and year-round visual appeal.
