Waterhousea floribunda Weeping Lilly Pilly
Weeping Lilly PIlly

Lilly Pilly Weeping

Waterhousea floribunda

Waterhousea floribunda, commonly known as the Weeping Lilly Pilly or Weeping Satinash, is an evergreen tree native to eastern Australia. It is popular for its attractive weeping habit, glossy green leaves, and clusters of white or pinkish flowers. The tree also produces colorful berries that can be a striking feature.

Here are some key details about Waterhousea floribunda:

Size and Growth

  • Height: Waterhousea floribunda can grow to a height of 30 to 50 feet (9 to 15 meters) when fully mature in ideal conditions, although it is often maintained at a smaller size through pruning in gardens.
  • Width: The tree typically has a spread of 15 to 25 feet (4.5 to 7.5 meters), with a dense, rounded canopy, though it can be pruned to maintain a more compact form.

Appearance

  • Leaves: The leaves of the Weeping Lilly Pilly are glossy, lance-shaped, and a rich green color. They give the tree a lush, tropical appearance and are arranged in an alternating pattern along the branches.
  • Flowers: Waterhousea floribunda produces small, fluffy white or pale pink flowers in clusters, usually in late spring to early summer. These flowers have a pleasant fragrance and attract pollinators such as bees and birds.
  • Fruit: After flowering, the tree produces small, round berries that are initially white or pale pink, maturing to a deep purple or pink color. The fruit is attractive to birds and can add color to the tree during the fruiting season.

Growing Conditions

  • Climate: Waterhousea floribunda is well-suited to tropical and subtropical climates. It thrives in warm temperatures and is not frost-tolerant, so it should be protected from cold weather in frost-prone regions.
  • Soil: This tree prefers well-draining soil, ideally slightly acidic to neutral. It can tolerate a range of soil types but performs best in rich, loamy soil.
  • Light: The Weeping Lilly Pilly does best in full sun to partial shade. It requires plenty of sunlight to grow vigorously and produce abundant flowers.

Uses

  • Ornamental: Waterhousea floribunda is commonly used as a landscape tree or hedge due to its attractive weeping form, dense foliage, and colorful berries. It is often planted in parks, gardens, and along streets for its aesthetic appeal.
  • Privacy Screen or Windbreak: Its dense foliage and tall growth habit make it an excellent choice for a privacy screen or windbreak in gardens or along property boundaries.
  • Wildlife: The flowers attract pollinators, and the fruit is enjoyed by birds, making it a great choice for wildlife-friendly gardens.

Care

  • Watering: Waterhousea floribunda requires regular watering, especially during dry periods, to establish itself. Once mature, it is moderately drought-tolerant but performs best with consistent moisture.
  • Pruning: Pruning is generally done to shape the tree or control its size, particularly if it is being grown as a hedge or ornamental shrub. It can also be pruned to remove any dead or damaged wood.
  • Fertilization: This tree benefits from an annual application of a balanced fertilizer in the spring to promote healthy growth and flowering.
  • Pests and Diseases: Waterhousea floribunda is relatively pest-resistant but can occasionally be affected by scale insects or fungal issues if growing in poorly drained conditions.

Varieties and Cultivars

There are several cultivars and varieties of Waterhousea floribunda, including dwarf or more compact forms, which are ideal for smaller spaces or container gardening. The plant is also commonly used in formal gardens due to its ability to be shaped and maintained.

In summary, Waterhousea floribunda is an attractive and versatile tree, valued for its weeping form, glossy foliage, and colorful flowers and fruit. It is well-suited to warmer climates and makes a beautiful addition to gardens, parks, and as a feature tree in landscaping.

 

$19.25 – $358.25 inc. GST

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Height: 40 - 200cm
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Melbourne Metro deliveries cost $44.00.
Expect your delivery to arrive between 1 and 5 business days.

The Mornington Peninsula ** Mt Eliza to Portsea ** and Geelong deliveries cost $66.00.
Expect your delivery to arrive between 3 and 5 business days.

Outer Melbourne deliveries cost $132.00.
Expect your delivery to arrive between 3 and 7 business days.

Regional Victoria deliveries cost between $143.00 – $264.00.
Expect your delivery to arrive between 3 and 7 business days.

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