Resilience is a versatile variety of Lilly Pilly, ideal for hedging and screening in both small and large gardens. Growing between 3m to 5m tall, it’s the perfect height for medium-sized hedges, and its dense, oval-shaped foliage creates an excellent visual barrier. It’s well-known for its pest resistance, which reduces the likelihood of unsightly pests like psyllids. With its moderate to fast growth, ‘Resilience’ fills out quickly, giving you a lush hedge in a relatively short time.

This variety is also easy to maintain, making it a favourite among novice gardeners. Resilience performs well in a variety of conditions, from full sun to partial shade, and thrives in Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, and Gold Coast climates. It can be pruned to maintain a neat appearance or allowed to grow into a more natural screen.

Mature Height

3m-5m tall

Recommended Spacing for Hedging/Screening

60cm-1m for a dense hedge, 1m-2m for a looser screen

Ideal Growing Conditions

Full sun to partial shade

Growth Rate

Moderate to fast

The oval leaves are one of the standout features of Resilience, giving it a fuller and softer look that’s perfect for informal, natural hedging. If you’re looking for a robust, adaptable plant with a relaxed,
easy-going appearance, this variety is a fantastic choice.

Mature Size

5m-8m tall x 1-1.5m wide

Recommended Spacing

60cm-1m apart (for hedging) / 1m-1.2m apart (for screening)

Ideal Growing Conditions

Full sun to partial shade

Growth Rate

Moderate to fast

Height and Width:

The main difference between these two varieties is in their growth habits. Resilience typically grows 3m-5m tall and has a broader, fuller shape, making it great for medium-height hedges. Straight and Narrow, on the other hand, grows taller at 5m-8m, with a much narrower width of only 1m-1.5m, making it ideal for tight spaces or where you need a tall, slim screen.

You can use this Plant Spacing Calculator, to easily work out how many you need for your garden bed.

Hedging and Screening:

Resilience works well for both dense hedging and screening, depending on the spacing. Its broad shape offers excellent coverage for privacy. Straight and Narrow is best for narrow hedging in confined areas where height is important but space is limited.

Maintenance:

Both plants are easy to maintain with regular pruning, though Straight and Narrow will require a little more attention to keep its narrow, upright shape. Both varieties are relatively pest-resistant and grow well in similar conditions.

At Platypus Plants, we offer both of these fantastic Lilly Pilly varieties for hedging and screening, delivered directly to your door. We service areas across Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast, and South East Queensland, making it easy to get the plants you need for a stunning and private garden.

Order your Lilly Pilly Resilience or Straight and Narrow plants online today, and let us help you create the perfect green screen for your outdoor space!