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Acmena smithii 'Sublime'
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Comments, Features & Uses:
A vigorous, evergreen, conically shaped, compact large shrub/small tree. New growth is lime green in colour and darkens to a glossy mid green with maturity. Masses of fluffy staminate flowers are displayed during Summer, followed by edible deep mauve berries. Ideal for hedging, screening or topiaries plus a good street tree.
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Naturally Occurring:
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Parent plant originates in the Northern Rivers region of NSW.
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Dimensions:
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4-5m h x 2-3m w |
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Aspect:
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Full sun to semi shade. |
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Coastal Tolerance:
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Second line where protected.
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Soil Requirements:
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- Prefers fertile well drained soil rich in organic matter
- Will tolerate sandy soils but include organic matter and slow release fertiliser
- Avoid heavy clay or poorly drained soils
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Moisture Requirements:
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Requires consistent moisture levels in soil or regular supplementary watering. Wilting and leaf drop is common if plant dries out.
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Temperature Range:
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Naturally occurs in Littoral and sub tropical rainforest – will tolerate light frosts (expect tip burn) and avoid areas where heavy frost is common. |
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Maintenance and Fertiliser Requirements:
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Moderate to regular pruning every 4 to 6 weeks to maintain as dense hedge/screen. Fertilise with slow release osmocote in late Winter and early Autumn.
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Pests and Diseases:
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Prone to infestation of scale and sooty mould where planted in heavy shade.
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Spacing Guide:
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0.75m centres for dense formal hedge, 1.2m for large screen. |
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Typical Container Sizes Available:
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300mm, 45ltr, 75ltr
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