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Bush Cherry

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.