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Acmena smithii ‘Sublime’ is a highly popular Australian native hedge and screening plant, loved for its lush, glossy green foliage and dense, upright growth habit. New growth emerges with a soft lime-green flush, adding fresh seasonal colour to gardens. Perfect for creating privacy screens, formal hedges, or informal garden borders, Sublime is hardy, low maintenance, and responds well to regular pruning. It thrives in full sun to part shade and tolerates a range of soil types, making it a versatile choice for modern Australian landscapes.
Product Specifications
- Botanical Name: Acmena Smithi Sublime
- Common Name: Sublime Lilly Pilly
- Evergreen / Deciduous: Evergreen
- Form: Upright, compact, bushy
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Growth Rate: Medium - Fast
- Mature Height: 5 metres
- Mature Width: 2–3 metres
- Planting Distance: 1-1.5m apart
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Foliage: Green with slight bronze new foliage
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Flowers: Fluffy cream flowers, followed by red berries
- Flowering Period: Spring
- Bird attracting: Yes, great for local wildlife
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Maintenance: Low - medium, light pruning for clipped hedges
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Soil Type: Loam, Sandy, prefers well-drained soil
- Position: Full sun - partial shade
- Planter suitability: Medium, allow adequate room for growth
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Water Requirements: Low - medium
- Australian Native: Yes
Commonly Asked Questions
When is the best time to prune Acmena smithii ‘Sublime’?
The ideal time to prune Sublime is in late summer to early autumn after its main flush of growth. You can also lightly trim in spring to shape and encourage dense, tidy foliage. Regular pruning will maintain a compact, healthy hedge.
How do I maintain Acmena smithii ‘Sublime’?
Sublime is low maintenance. Water regularly while establishing, then only during extended dry spells. Apply a slow-release native fertiliser in spring, mulch annually, and prune as needed to keep a neat, dense form. It’s naturally pest and disease resistant.
How far apart should I plant Acmena smithii ‘Sublime’ for a hedge?
For a dense hedge, plant Sublime 1 to 1.5 metres apart, depending on how quickly you’d like it to fill in. Closer spacing will create a faster screen, while wider gaps suit a more open, natural look.
Plant Sizes
Plant sizes are approximate and updated frequently and may naturally vary. Size is measured from the soil line to the top of the plant.
25cm Pot — Approx. 60cm planted height
30cm Pot — Approx. 1m planted height
40cm Pot — Approx. 1.2m plus planted height
100ltr Bag - Approx 1.5m planted height
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FAQ'S
How Much Does Delivery Cost?
We offer reliable delivery services with a standard charge of $77 for Metro Melbourne.
For advanced plants in 100L pot sizes, delivery is $149.
Trade projects, regional, and interstate deliveries are individually quoted, and we’re happy to provide a custom price based on your specific requirements.
How Does Delivery Work?
Orders are usually delivered within a couple of days after orders are received, with busy days or peak seasons (e.g Spring), sometimes taking a few additional days for delivery.
Once your order is ready for shipment we will contact you prior to advise on your estimated delivery day and time.
On your delivery day our driver will call you half an hour prior to delivery.
For most deliveries, the plants will be placed in the front garden in a safe and secure location. For advanced-size plants, we will arrange for curb-side delivery.
Please note that unfortunately drivers will not enter into apartment buildings. For additional delivery information please contact us on orders@impressiveplants.com
30 Day Health Guarantee
We want you to love your plants, and we stand by their quality. That’s why we offer a 30-day health guarantee on all of our plants. Learn more about our quality guarantee
Can I See The Plants In Person?
Our plants cannot be viewed in person, as we minimise our costs by not having a physical retail shop.
That’s how Impressive Plants offers the highest quality, mature plants, at great prices.
Can I Place An Order If I Am Located Regionally Or Interstate?
Yes you can.
We are also able to arrange deliveries to NSW and South Australia.
Your delivery will arrive via a professional plant transportation company.
Please note if you are ordering plants outside Victoria, first check with your states horticultural guidelines as not all plants are able to be supplied interstate.
Your plants will arrive with one of our partnered interstate delivery companies. Impressive Plants does not place any mark up on Interstate orders, the price is purely cost only. Prices for interstate orders start from $250.
How Long Will It Take For My Order To Arrive?
Generally orders are delivered within a few days. We will inform you which day your plants will arrive.
The day prior to your delivery we will let you know an approximate time of delivery.
On the day, the driver will call you half an hour prior to delivery.
How Will My Plants Be Delivered?
For most deliveries, plants are placed in the front garden, in a safe and secure location. For advanced and oversized plants, curb side delivery is provided.
Please note that due to insurance purposes our drivers unfortunately can not enter into apartment buildings.
Will My Plants Arrive In One Delivery?
We do our best to ensure most orders arrive together in one delivery. However, if you’ve ordered a specialty item such as a Japanese Maple, it may be sent separately from one of our trusted specialty growers. This allows us to source the finest plants from the best growers for you. If your order is arriving in separate deliveries, our team will be in touch to let you know.
How Do I Pay For My Order?
You can purchase directly online via checkout. Payment methods include credit card and Pay Pal. If your order is a custom order (Trade, Regional or Interstate) you will receive an invoice which can be paid via transfer or Pay Pal.
Will My Plants Look Like The Photos?
Yes, our photos are regularly updated to reflect the current availability of plants, their heights, sizes, and prices. If you require additional photos or confirmation of plant heights, we are always available to provide you with the information you need to make a confident purchase.
Please understand if your are purchasing a deciduous plant, the photos will show plants with their foliage.
Looking For A Nursery Near Me?
While our office is located in the heart of Melbourne in Hawthorn, many of our customers are looking for a nursery nearby. Impressive Plants is an online nursery. We are able to delivery plants throughout Metro Melbourne suburbs, as well as Regional Victoria.