Lilly Pilly Pencil Red (Acmena smithii)

Lilly Pilly Pencil Red is an elegant evergreen shrub recognised for its distinctive foliage and upright growth. This variety features narrow, glossy, green leaves that turn a striking red, adding a touch of vibrant colour to your garden. It produces small, white or pinkish flowers followed by bright berries that offer seasonal interest. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, it prefers well-drained soil and benefits from regular watering to maintain its health and appearance. Reaching a height of 2–4 m with a spread of 1.5–2.5 m, Lilly Pilly Pencil Red is perfect for creating slender hedges or adding a splash of colour as a feature plant in garden beds.