An Evergreen shrub grown for its foliage. Small Leaves, Olive Green young growth Maturing to Deep red/purple. Approximately 1.5m tall in 5 years. Situate in sun or partial shade, in a sheltered spot. Keep in moist but well drained soil, can also be grown in patio Pots.
Lophomyrtus ‘Red Dragon’
An Evergreen shrub. Small Leaves, Olive Green young growth Maturing to Deep red/purple. Approximately 1.5m tall in 5 years. Situate in sun or partial shade, in a sheltered spot. Keep in moist but well drained soil.
Additional information
| Generic | Lophomyrtus |
|---|---|
| Species | |
| Varietry | 'Red Dragon' |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | White |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 2m |
| Family | Myrtaceae |
| Spread | 1.5m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | red, purple |
| Flowers From | July, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Hedging, Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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