‘Weeping Lilly Pilly’- Wholesale Nurseries
Waterhousia floribunda, commonly known as the Weeping Lilly Pilly or Brush Cherry, is an evergreen tree that is popular for its attractive foliage and weeping habit.
Fluffy white flowers in summer attract bees to the garden. The flowers are followed by small green fruit that turn reddish as they mature.
Found naturally growing from around Cairns in Queensland to Northern New South Wales along the coastal strip, this is one of four Waterhousia species.
This is one of a number of native trees that are making an impact with landscapers . It is used both for hedging as well as being a useful small to medium sized shade tree.
Waterhousea floribunda Care and Conditions
Best grown in full sun to part shade this is a versatile tree that copes with a range of conditions but not wet, cold frosty areas.
- Soil:
Waterhousea floribunda prefers well-draining soil rich in organic matter. It will tolerate a range of soils however is best in better soils. - Watering:
Although it will tolerate short periods of drought once established, good soil moisture is important. Deep watering during long dry periods is recommended, never slowing the soil become wet and soggy. - Fertilizer:
An Australian Native plant fertiliser applied in spring will improve growth and appearance. You could try native Osmocote or another Australian Native plant fertilizer early spring and autumn.
Many gardeners are now leaning to using fertilisers with micro nutrients and rock minerals and this should also be considered. - Height and Width:
Waterhousea floribunda can reach a height of 30 to 60 feet (9 to 18 meters) and a width of 15 to 35 feet (4.5 to 10.5 meters). The size can vary depending on the specific cultivar, growing conditions, and local climate. - Temperature:
Coming from a warm temperate to subtropical climate this is a versatile tree, however it does not cope well with frosts, especially when young. It is from in the USA and their it is recommended for USDA Zones 9-11. - Drought Tolerance
Originally from rainforest areas this Lilly Pilly is perhaps not as drought tolerant as some others, however it does make a great screening tree. See also other Lilly Pilly Varieties
Pruning Waterhousea floribunda
Waterhousea floribunda can be grown a a specimen tree or screening tree where it will develop an open habit.
It can also be pruned as a slightly informal hedge, and it looks great. Pruning will increase foliage density. The best time to prune is in early spring. As a hedge prune twice a year and start pruning at an early age.
Left to grow without pruning the “Weeping Lilly Pilly” will easily reach 8 – 15m. Foliage will weep down to cover the base of the plant.
Pruning to maintain a smaller hedge or screen can be carries out in early spring.
Other Notes and Top Tips for Waterhousea floribunda
Root System
Waterhousea floribunda is not regarded as having an invasive root system.
Growth Rate
Growth rate is regarded as fast, actual growth rate will depend on soil and climate.
Garden Uses
A medium growing native rainforest tree with pendulous or weeping foliage Waterhousia floribunda makes a nice specimen tree and is also suited for use as an informal hedging plant or screen.
Easily pruned to keep it to a lower height and with the advantage of having foliage right down the trunk it can make a complete screen.
Waterhousea floribunda is available for sale from the following participating nurseries.
email ask@plantmark.com.au
One of Australia's largest wholesale trade nurseries. Over 30,000 species available, tubestock to advanced trees, an almost unlimited choice of plants.
www.plantmark.com.au
Phone: 0411 435 314
Online Retailer of Landscaping Plants, large quantities of small pot sizes up to advanced sizes & plant Sourcing.
SYDNEY | NORTHERN NSW | GOLD COAST | BRISBANE | MELBOURNE | ADELAIDE
www.egardens.com.au
1750 Westernport Rd Heath Hill VIC 3981
Australias largest grower of semi advanced native and deciduous trees. .9 - 2.6mts high. Supplying councils, developers and landscapers. Includes Acacia implexa, acacia melanoxlylon.
www.dream-time.com.au
111 Stanhope Road Theresa Park NSW 2570
Offering a variety of sun hardy Australian natives and exotic trees, shrubs, groundcover's and perennials from semi advanced through to super advanced and semi-mature stock.
www.downesnursery.com.au
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