Lophomyrtus Red Dragon

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Rating: 4.8/5

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New Zealand Myrtle

Lophomyrtus Red Dragon is a variety of the commonly known, NZ Myrtle, and is grown for its colourful foliage. Dark stems bear small and colourful, red-pink leaves which darken to black-red with age. Small, white flowers are borne in summer and contrast nicely with the foliage as it grows to 2 m tall and 1.5 m wide. Lophomyrtus Red Dragon makes a fine addition to any garden and will add colour and vibrancy. It is commonly clipped into a hedge, grown in a container, added to a mixed planting, or used to contrast with other plant colours.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	2.00 m
Spread:	1.50 m
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:	Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:	Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles:	Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	New Zealand Myrtle
Sku	10373

Growing Lophomyrtus Red Dragon Successfully in NZ

Lophomyrtus Red Dragon thrives in New Zealand's diverse climates. Plant it in well-drained soil with good sunlight. Coastal varieties do well near the sea, while sheltered locations suit more delicate forms. Regular watering during establishment ensures strong growth.

Lophomyrtus Red Dragon Care Tips

To keep your Lophomyrtus Red Dragon healthy, prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth. Mulch to retain moisture and protect roots. Fertilise annually with a balanced plant food, and watch for pests common in NZ gardens.

Plant Size and Spacing

Lophomyrtus Red Dragon typically grows to the size described: allow enough space for it to reach its mature height and width. Spacing depends on the planting purpose—larger gaps for specimen plants and closer spacing for hedges or mass planting.

Why Buy Lophomyrtus Red Dragon from The Plant Company

Purchase Lophomyrtus Red Dragon from The Plant Company for guaranteed healthy, nursery-grown plants delivered fast NZ wide. Our expert team ensures quality and provides advice to help your garden thrive with your new Lophomyrtus Red Dragon.

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Roger Long - Canterbury

Beautiful plants, great communication, far better pricing than anyone else online, and fast delivery - what else could we need? My wife and I love dealing with you guys and appreciate all your efforts. Businesses that are passionate and care about their customers are hard to come by these days.

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