Lophomyrtus ralphii 'Purpurea Nana' - 25-30 CM C2.5

Description
The New Zealand myrtle (Lophomyrtus x ralphii) is a shrub-like garden plant that produces white flowers. They appear from May to June. The New Zealand myrtle also has dark green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of around 5 metres and is around 3 metres wide.

Bulletpoints
* Suitable for containers

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the New Zealand myrtle are dark green.

Growth
New Zealand myrtle is shrub-like in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The white flowers appear from May to June.

Use
Tubs, ornamental shrubs, winter garden