Lophomyrtus traversii

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Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
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Lophomyrtus traversii, NZ Myrtle

Lophomyrtus traversii is an evergreen, NZ native shrub grown for its petite and colourful foliage. The leaves are light green with a yellow centre and carried on red stems. It typically grows to 2 m tall and 1.5 m wide. Lophomyrtus traversii is commonly included in a mixed planting, used as a backdrop for smaller plants, grown in a container, planted around the pool or barbecue area, or trimmed into a hedge.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	2.00 m
Spread:	1.50 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:	Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:	Containers, Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Lophomyrtus traversii, NZ Myrtle

Lophomyrtus traversii Details

Lophomyrtus traversii is an evergreen, NZ native shrub grown for its petite and colourful foliage. The leaves are light green with a yellow centre and carried on red stems. It typically grows to 2 m tall and 1.5 m wide performing best when planted in full sun on a well-drained site with good soil moisture. It is tolerant of frost, cool climates, coastal conditions, and dry periods once established. Lophomyrtus traversii is commonly included in a mixed planting, used as a backdrop for smaller plants, grown in a container, planted around the pool or barbecue area, or trimmed into a hedge.