Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' - Lilly Pilly

Acmena smithii 'Firescreen'

The Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' is an Australian Native Lilly Pilly which bursts with glowing copper to red new growth producing flowers and berries.

Exceptional psyllid pest resistance and outstanding hedging and screening performance.

Spacing: Plant every 80-1m apart for a faster forming hedge or further apart for a slower forming hedge.

Growth Size: Approx 4-6m tall x 2m w

Positioning - Full sun to part shade

Temperament - Drought and frost tolerant once established.  Protect from wind and salt spray.

Perfect for: Hedging, screening, topiary, pots

Growth Rate: Fast

Spectacular Fire Shades 

The Acmena smithii 'Firescreen' bursts with glowing copper/red new growth resembling the colours of a fire, the hallmark characteristic that gives this variety its striking "Firescreen" name.

Foliage is green and glossy with dramatic colour transformation and contrast with the display of fiery reds and coppers as new growth emerges against green foliage.

Blossoms of small white fuzzy flowers in summer followed by edible berries. 

The delicate white flowers appear abundantly during the warmer months, creating ornamental displays and attracting pollinators.

The edible berries that follow extend the season of interest and provide food sources for native birds.

Exceptional Pysllid Resistance

Very psyllid resistant, this is a critical advantage that sets the Firescreen apart from many other Lilly Pilly varieties.

Psyllid is a common pest affecting Lilly Pillys, causing damage and defoliation.

The Firescreen's exceptional resistance means reliable, trouble-free performance without pest management interventions.

Fast Growing and Dense Screening

The Firescreen is a fast-growing native variety perfect for establishing hedges and screens quickly.

The dense, compact growth habit creates excellent screening and privacy solutions.

Unlike looser-growing varieties, the Firescreen forms a thick upright, impenetrable hedge that effectively blocks views and provides wind protection.

Growing Requirements

Plant in full sun to part shade position in well draining soil.

The Firescreen is remarkably hardy and reliable, tolerating diverse Australian conditions.  

Drought and frost tolerant once established. 

Once established, it requires minimal supplementary watering or care.

While the Firescreen is hardy, it prefers protection from strong coastal winds and salt spray.

Inland and suburban positions are ideal, though it adapts to most Australian regions.

Perfect Uses

> Hedging

> Screening

> Australian Native gardens

Why Choose Firescreen

> Glowing copper/red new growth contrasting with green foliage

> Exceptional psyllid resistance

> Australian Native

> Fast-growing performance

> Dense screening capability

> Less pruning as it holds it form well

> Bird attracting

> Exceptional hardiness

> Drought-tolerance once established