Lophomyrtus obcordata

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Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
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Rohutu, Lophomyrtus obcordata

Lophomyrtus obcordata is a NZ native, evergreen shrub that typically grows to 4 m tall and 3 m wide. The leaves are heart-shaped, small, and held densely off short stems. These are adorned in summer with small yet showy, white flowers which then turn into red-violet fruit. Lophomyrtus obcordata makes a great addition to a mixed planting or for planting around larger trees. With timely trimming it also makes for a fantastic hedge.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	4.00 m
Spread:	3.00 m
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:	Hardy, Shade
Garden uses:	Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas, Screening
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Rohutu, Lophomyrtus obcordata

Lophomyrtus obcordata Details

Lophomyrtus obcordata is a NZ native, evergreen shrub that typically grows to 4 m tall and 3 m wide. The leaves are heart-shaped, small, and held densely off short stems. These are adorned in summer with small yet showy, white flowers which then turn into red-violet fruit. Best performance with this shrub is achieved when planted in full sun on a well-drained site with good soil moisture. It is tolerant of frost, cool climates, and dry periods once established. Lophomyrtus obcordata makes a great addition to a mixed planting or for planting around larger trees. With timely trimming it also makes for a fantastic hedge.