{"product_id":"cherry-surprise-lilly-pilly","title":"Acmena smithii minor Cherry Surprise","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"58\" data-end=\"588\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAcmena 'Cherry Surprise' is a compact Australian native lilly pilly selected for its vibrant cherry-red new growth, dense evergreen foliage and naturally tidy growth habit. This attractive, psyllid-resistant variety provides year-round colour and structure, making it an excellent choice for low hedging, borders, screening, feature planting and containers. Fast growing, hardy and easy to maintain, 'Cherry Surprise' thrives in a wide range of Australian conditions and is equally suited to residential and commercial landscapes.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1eye8vn\" data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"600\"\u003eFlowers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"720\"\u003eSmall, fluffy white flowers appear from late spring to early summer, attracting bees and other beneficial pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1gpte22\" data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"732\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"891\"\u003eGlossy deep green evergreen foliage is highlighted by brilliant cherry-red new growth that creates striking seasonal colour and contrast throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"x908ft\" data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"901\"\u003eFruit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"1038\"\u003eSmall edible berries develop after flowering, ripening from pink to purple. The fruit is attractive to native birds and other wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"dx7d5c\" data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003eForm \u0026amp; Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003eA compact, dense evergreen shrub with a naturally rounded habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003e1.5–2m high × 1–1.5m wide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"stzjt4\" data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows well in most well-drained soils including sandy, loamy and clay soils enriched with organic matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1534\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1368\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during establishment. Once established it is moderately drought tolerant but performs best with occasional deep watering during extended dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1546\"\u003eFrost:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerates light frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003eWind:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent tolerance of coastal conditions and moderate winds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003eClimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well suited to subtropical, temperate and coastal climates throughout Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1xwa4r9\" data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"1746\"\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qi7mc2\" data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1761\"\u003eLow hedging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jv4dy0\" data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1782\"\u003eInformal screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"oz1glz\" data-start=\"1783\" data-end=\"1792\"\u003eBorders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"60jsnv\" data-start=\"1793\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003eFeature planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qa8y83\" data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003eMass planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4wyqq9\" data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1847\"\u003eCourtyard gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5hsryn\" data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003ePots and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"24npwy\" data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003eCommercial landscaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1krfx0h\" data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003eNative gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"s27ty0\" data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"1927\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1929\" data-end=\"2174\"\u003eVery low maintenance. Light pruning after periods of active growth will encourage dense foliage and enhance the colourful new flushes. Feed annually with a quality slow-release fertiliser during spring and keep well mulched for best performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"xe9fpi\" data-start=\"2176\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2495\"\u003e'Cherry Surprise' has been selected for its outstanding cherry-red new growth, compact habit and high resistance to lilly pilly psyllid. Its naturally dense growth means less pruning is required than many traditional lilly pillies, making it an excellent choice for low-maintenance gardens and formal hedging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"h9meh3\" data-start=\"2497\" data-end=\"2516\"\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2518\" data-end=\"2653\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cp92zz\" data-start=\"2518\" data-end=\"2541\"\u003eLomandra 'Little Pal'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"b7rgy0\" data-start=\"2542\" data-end=\"2569\"\u003eLiriope 'Emerald Cascade'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qe2nm6\" data-start=\"2570\" data-end=\"2580\"\u003eDianella\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gnnjij\" data-start=\"2581\" data-end=\"2590\"\u003eNandina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dm5g8r\" data-start=\"2591\" data-end=\"2601\"\u003eGardenia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nambfr\" data-start=\"2602\" data-end=\"2614\"\u003eWestringia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19zdcne\" data-start=\"2615\" data-end=\"2627\"\u003eAgapanthus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1r12wz1\" data-start=\"2628\" data-end=\"2641\"\u003eCallistemon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7wq1dv\" data-start=\"2642\" data-end=\"2653\"\u003eGrevillea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2655\" data-end=\"2699\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2655\" data-end=\"2671\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cherry Surprise Lilly Pilly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2701\" data-end=\"2761\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2701\" data-end=\"2720\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"2721\" data-end=\"2737\"\u003eAcmena smithii\u003c\/em\u003e minor 'Cherry Surprise'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2763\" data-end=\"2784\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2763\" data-end=\"2774\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Myrtaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2786\" data-end=\"2867\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2786\" data-end=\"2797\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cultivated selection of the Australian native \u003cem data-start=\"2844\" data-end=\"2860\"\u003eAcmena smithii\u003c\/em\u003e minor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Native and Grasses plants","offers":[{"title":"200mm","offer_id":44306041405620,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/4965\/4708\/files\/Acmena-smithii-minor-Cherry-Surprise-Sunshine-Coast-Nursery.jpg?v=1785048016","url":"https:\/\/www.gardencentresunshinecoast.com.au\/products\/cherry-surprise-lilly-pilly","provider":" Sunshine Coast Nursery \u0026 Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}