Syzygium Pinnacle™
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Family Name:
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Myrtaceae |
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Botanical Name:
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Syzygium australe 'AATS' Pinnacle PBR |
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Size:
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6 – 10m tall x 1 – 1.5m wide |
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Frost Tolerance:
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Medium |
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Growth Rate:
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Medium |
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Description:
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An upright narrow growing native shrub with small, rounded, bright glossy green foliage and reddish-brown new growth. Small white flowers, followed by red-pink fleshy fruit. |
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Position:
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Full sun to shade. Tolerates cold and drought. Suits moist, well drained soils. |
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Care:
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Water as required for 8-13 weeks until established. Plant in a well mulched garden (chunky mulch is recommended). Be aware of Psyllid, it’s recommended to use Yates Confidor Tablets yearly to prevent Psyllids. If required use slow release fertiliser in spring. Prune yearly for a tidy hedge or every 2-3 years as a screen plant. |
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Features:
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• Very narrow growing native tree • Provides sculptured design for tight planting spaces • Needs less pruning to stay narrow |
