{"product_id":"cheeky-merlot-lilly-pilly","title":"Acmena Cheeky Merlo  Intended","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"3h1ku8\" data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"42\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDescription\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"506\"\u003eAcmena 'Cheeky Merlot' is a naturally compact Australian native lilly pilly bred for its dense growth, rich burgundy new foliage and exceptional versatility in modern gardens. Requiring minimal pruning to maintain its tidy form, it is ideal for low hedging, borders, feature planting, containers and mass landscaping. Hardy, psyllid resistant and easy to grow, 'Cheeky Merlot' brings year-round colour and structure to both residential and commercial landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"kgmwg\" data-start=\"508\" data-end=\"519\"\u003eFlowers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"640\"\u003eSmall fluffy white flowers appear during late spring to early summer, attracting bees and other beneficial pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"3nt59l\" data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"653\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"802\"\u003eGlossy evergreen foliage is complemented by vibrant deep burgundy to merlot-coloured new growth, creating outstanding contrast throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"6um3ei\" data-start=\"804\" data-end=\"813\"\u003eFruit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"962\"\u003eSmall edible berries develop after flowering, ripening from white to pale pink and eventually soft purple. The fruit is attractive to native birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ua95zn\" data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"979\"\u003eForm \u0026amp; Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"1024\"\u003eA naturally dense, compact evergreen shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1080\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1042\"\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1080\"\u003e1.5m high × 1m wide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"e21a7f\" data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1137\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1148\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained soils including sandy, loamy and clay soils\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1293\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1217\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during establishment, then only during extended dry periods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003eFrost:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light frost tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003eWind:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerates coastal conditions and moderate winds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003eClimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well suited to subtropical, temperate and coastal climates throughout Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ynplfa\" data-start=\"1482\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003eUses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qi7mc2\" data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1505\"\u003eLow hedging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"oz1glz\" data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1515\"\u003eBorders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"60jsnv\" data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1534\"\u003eFeature planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mll9u7\" data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003eContainers and pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4wyqq9\" data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003eCourtyard gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qa8y83\" data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003eMass planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"u75pic\" data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1616\"\u003eCommercial landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1krfx0h\" data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003eNative gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"xg1pnf\" data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003eA very low-maintenance variety requiring only occasional pruning to maintain its natural shape. Feed with a quality slow-release fertiliser during spring and water regularly while establishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"6zzv5x\" data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1856\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"2095\"\u003e'Cheeky Merlot' has been bred for its naturally compact habit, meaning far less pruning is required than traditional lilly pillies. It is also highly resistant to psyllid damage, making it an excellent choice for low-maintenance gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"zuh02s\" data-start=\"2097\" data-end=\"2117\"\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2222\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yq3n7i\" data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2129\"\u003eLomandra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qe2nm6\" data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2140\"\u003eDianella\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nambfr\" data-start=\"2141\" data-end=\"2153\"\u003eWestringia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1r12wz1\" data-start=\"2154\" data-end=\"2167\"\u003eCallistemon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7wq1dv\" data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2179\"\u003eGrevillea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1uwxlxc\" data-start=\"2180\" data-end=\"2188\"\u003eCorrea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19zdcne\" data-start=\"2189\" data-end=\"2201\"\u003eAgapanthus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gnnjij\" data-start=\"2202\" data-end=\"2211\"\u003eNandina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dm5g8r\" data-start=\"2212\" data-end=\"2222\"\u003eGardenia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2224\" data-end=\"2266\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2224\" data-end=\"2240\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cheeky Merlot Lilly Pilly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2268\" data-end=\"2404\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2268\" data-end=\"2287\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2304\"\u003eAcmena smithii\u003c\/em\u003e 'Cheeky Merlot' \u003cem data-start=\"2321\" data-end=\"2366\"\u003e(also sold under the updated botanical name\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"2367\" data-end=\"2385\"\u003eSyzygium smithii\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"2386\" data-end=\"2404\"\u003e'Cheeky Merlot')\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2406\" data-end=\"2427\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2406\" data-end=\"2417\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Myrtaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2429\" data-end=\"2504\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2429\" data-end=\"2440\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cultivated selection of the Australian native \u003cem data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2503\"\u003eAcmena smithii\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lilly Pilly Plants","offers":[{"title":"140mm","offer_id":44306039308468,"sku":null,"price":17.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/4965\/4708\/files\/Acmena-Cheeky-Merlo-Intended-Sunshine-Coast-Nursery.jpg?v=1785045354","url":"https:\/\/www.gardencentresunshinecoast.com.au\/products\/cheeky-merlot-lilly-pilly","provider":" Sunshine Coast Nursery \u0026 Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}