Blue Lilly Pilly
Syzygium oleosum
(syn. S. coolminianum)
An evergreen, fast growing, bushy, Australian native tree that attracts birds with its flowers and fruits.
FEATURES: When crushed, the shiny leaves give off a I lovely fragrance.The fluffy, white flowers appear at varying times depending on the growing conditions and are followed by edible, tasty, purple-blue berries.
CONDITIONS: Prefers full sun but tolerates some shade. Enjoys fertile, moist, well drained
soil but will grow rapidly in any reasonable soil.
FOR BEST RESULTS: Grow naturally if possible with only minimal pruning. Shelter from frost when young.
PLANTING IDEAS OR USES:
• specimen tree in lawn or tub
• when ripe, fruit can be made into jam or eaten fresh
• bird attracting
