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General Info – Fraser Island Apple, Logan Apple, Green Tree

With its dark, glossy leaves, abundant cream-coloured flowers, and petite yellow berries, the Fraser Island Apple stands out as an exceptional ornamental choice for coastal gardeners and holds a favourite for native wildlife.
The edible fruit is sweet and sour, approximately the size of a Lilly Pilly and a refreshing bush tucker. It can be enjoyed fresh, dried or utilised in the creation of jams and sauces,
Indigenous to the subtropical and tropical coasts of Northern NSW to Northern Queensland, this plant thrives in coastal conditions. The Fraser Island Apple exhibits remarkable resilience, being salt, drought, and wind tolerant, making it well-suited for sandy soils. Additionally, the plant offers the dual benefits of edible fruit and ornamental beauty. For those in slightly cooler climates, it’s advisable to shield the Fraser Island Apple from frosts, as it can only withstand brief, light frosts.
The Fraser Island Apple blossoms from Summer to Autumn with the cream-coloured blossoms contrasting attractively against the dark green, glossy leaves. Plants reach between 5-10m tall with a spreading form suitable for hedging. Together with the Fraser Island Apple’s resilience to challenging conditions it as an ideal selection for gardens with coastal exposure, where it can be pruned into a hedge, providing both protection and privacy.
Acting as a native alternative to the Lilly Pilly in exposed coastal gardens, the Fraser Island Apple not only adds aesthetic appeal but also yields small, edible berries, enticing and nourishing local wildlife.

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