Straight and Narrow Lilly Pilly – Ideal Screening Plant for Brisbane & Sunshine Coast Gardens

Need a reliable, fast-growing hedge for your Brisbane or Sunshine Coast property? The Straight and Narrow Lilly Pilly is a compact, upright Australian native known for its tight growth habit and lush evergreen foliage. It’s the perfect choice for creating privacy screens, boundary hedges, or low-maintenance green walls in urban or suburban gardens.

Why Choose Straight and Narrow Lilly Pilly?

• Grows narrow and tall – ideal for tight spaces and fence lines
• Perfect for hedging, screening, or feature planting
• Thrives in full sun to part shade – great for Queensland conditions
• Psyllid-resistant foliage – no unsightly leaf damage
• Low-maintenance once established, with minimal pruning required

The Straight and Narrow Lilly Pilly has become one of the most popular hedging plants for Sunshine Coast and Brisbane gardens thanks to its versatility, compact shape, and resilience in subtropical conditions.

Climate & Soil Suitability for Brisbane & Sunshine Coast

This variety performs best in well-drained soil with regular watering during establishment. In Brisbane’s humid climate and the Sunshine Coast’s coastal zones, it flourishes year-round. It handles both inland heat and sea breezes, making it ideal for a wide range of garden styles and microclimates.

How to Care for Straight and Narrow Lilly Pilly

• Water well during the first 6–12 months to establish roots
• Apply a native-friendly fertiliser in spring and autumn
• Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
• Light pruning helps maintain shape and encourages dense growth

Does It Produce Flowers or Fruit?

Yes – the Straight and Narrow variety may produce fluffy white flowers followed by small purple berries. These are bird-attracting and edible, though typically grown more for their foliage and form.

Delivery Areas – Sunshine Coast & Brisbane

Our nursery is located in Mooloolaba, and we deliver Straight and Narrow Lilly Pilly plants across the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane region. Popular delivery areas include:

• Sunshine Coast: Noosa, Maroochydore, Caloundra, Buderim, Coolum, Nambour, and surrounds
• Brisbane: Northside, Southside, Redlands, The Gap, Indooroopilly, Carindale, and more

Call us on 0403 675 234 to arrange quick local delivery or book a nursery visit for pick-up.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall does Straight and Narrow Lilly Pilly grow?

Typically reaches 5–8 metres high, with a tight growth habit only 1–1.5 metres wide – ideal for tight urban spaces or along fences.

Can I grow it in a pot?

Yes, it grows well in large containers with regular watering and pruning. Perfect for patios or balconies needing vertical greenery.

Is it drought-tolerant?

Once established, it’s quite drought-hardy. Mulch and occasional deep watering will keep it looking lush in dry spells.

Will it attract pests or diseases?

This cultivar is psyllid-resistant, which means it avoids the common pest issues found in other Lilly Pilly varieties.