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Acmena smithii - FIRESCREEN

  • Mature size: 3-5m tall x 2m wide.
  • Recommended spacing for hedging: 0.8-1m apart.
  • Ideal growing conditions: Full sun-part shade.
  • Growth rate: Fast.

Uses

Ideal for hedges, privacy screens, topiary, and windbreaks, as well as fire-retardant gardens.

Noteworthy

Australian Native, excellent for fire-prone areas, evergreen, attracts native birds.

Tolerant

Prunes well, withstands drought once established, suited to various soil types, tolerates light frost.

Colour/Growth form

Bright green foliage with new red tips, produces clusters of fluffy white flowers followed by pink berries. Acmena smithii is a fast-growing shrub/tree renowned for creating dense, bright hedges which serve as a natural, fire-retardant screen. Its eye-catching red-tipped new growth adds vibrant contrast to any landscape, making it a popular choice in Australian gardens.

Care for Acmena smithii FIRESCREEN

To maintain lush growth, plant in well-drained soil and provide regular watering during dry spells. Though low-maintenance, encourage health with slow-release feed. Pruning promotes dense growth and preferred shape.

Delivery Info

Enjoy free delivery in metro areas on orders over $250. Delivery is typically available mid-week, arriving within 2-7 business days.

Guarantee

Our Happy Plant Guarantee ensures your satisfaction. If plants are unsatisfactory upon delivery, receive a full refund. Images represent the plant type and may vary seasonally.

Free Delivery

We offer free delivery to Brisbane and Sunshine Coast on orders over $249, and Gold Coast & Ipswich over $399.

Delivery usually occurs on Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays depending on the area, within 2-7 business days from placing your order.

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Free Unlimited Plant Support

Our customers receive unlimited, expert support to keep their plants thriving.

Say goodbye to conflicting advice online — trust our Plant Specialists for reliable and personalised care.

Delivered On Time, With Care

We keep you updated about your delivery and ensure it arrives exactly when promised.

We'll place your plants where you need them — whether it’s your backyard, garden, or project site.

Free Plant Care Guide

You’ll get an exclusive Plant Care Guide with a simple 5-Step Process to help you maximise the growth of your new plants.

It also includes detailed Care Instructions for maintaining your plant's health to ensure it grows and thrives.

Quality Plants, Guaranteed

If for any reason you're not thrilled about the quality of the plants when they arrive - let us know and we'll happily take them back and provide a full refund.

That's our Happy Plant Guarantee.

Acmena smithii (BWNFIR) FIRESCREEN

Regular price $27.00
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Acmena smithii - FIRESCREEN

  • Mature size: 3-5m tall x 2m wide.
  • Recommended spacing for hedging: 0.8-1m apart.
  • Ideal growing conditions: Full sun-part shade.
  • Growth rate: Fast.

Uses

Ideal for hedges, privacy screens, topiary, and windbreaks, as well as fire-retardant gardens.

Noteworthy

Australian Native, excellent for fire-prone areas, evergreen, attracts native birds.

Tolerant

Prunes well, withstands drought once established, suited to various soil types, tolerates light frost.

Colour/Growth form

Bright green foliage with new red tips, produces clusters of fluffy white flowers followed by pink berries. Acmena smithii is a fast-growing shrub/tree renowned for creating dense, bright hedges which serve as a natural, fire-retardant screen. Its eye-catching red-tipped new growth adds vibrant contrast to any landscape, making it a popular choice in Australian gardens.

Care for Acmena smithii FIRESCREEN

To maintain lush growth, plant in well-drained soil and provide regular watering during dry spells. Though low-maintenance, encourage health with slow-release feed. Pruning promotes dense growth and preferred shape.

Delivery Info

Enjoy free delivery in metro areas on orders over $250. Delivery is typically available mid-week, arriving within 2-7 business days.

Guarantee

Our Happy Plant Guarantee ensures your satisfaction. If plants are unsatisfactory upon delivery, receive a full refund. Images represent the plant type and may vary seasonally.

We offer free delivery to Brisbane and Sunshine Coast on orders over $249, and Gold Coast & Ipswich over $399.

Delivery usually occurs on Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays depending on the area, within 2-7 business days from placing your order.

Free Unlimited Plant Support

Our customers receive unlimited, expert support to keep their plants thriving.

Say goodbye to conflicting advice online — trust our Plant Specialists for reliable and personalised care.

Delivered On Time, With Care

We keep you updated about your delivery and ensure it arrives exactly when promised.

We'll place your plants where you need them — whether it’s your backyard, garden, or project site.

Free Plant Care Guide

You’ll get an exclusive Plant Care Guide with a simple 5-Step Process to help you maximise the growth of your new plants.

It also includes detailed Care Instructions for maintaining your plant's health to ensure it grows and thrives.

Quality Plants, Guaranteed

If for any reason you're not thrilled about the quality of the plants when they arrive - let us know and we'll happily take them back and provide a full refund.

That's our Happy Plant Guarantee.

Acmena smithii (BWNFIR) FIRESCREEN
Regular price $27.00

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