Bush Cherry
Scientific name: Syzygium australe
Appearance
● It is a Lilly Pilly.
● It can grow up to 4m high.
● It has green oval leaves that start out bronze in colour.
● In Autumn and Winter, it has edible red berries.
Uses
● The berries can be eaten straight off the plant.
● Used to make jams.
Location and climate
● It is a very hardy plant and can also grow in pots.
● It is drought tolerant.
Interesting facts
● It is a very popular plant used by landscapers and gardeners.
● It attracts birds, bees and other insects.
● It starts fruiting after one year.