Description
Lophomyrtus’ Red Dragon’ also known as Myrtle, is a compact NZ native shrub with small red foliage. The new growth is bright red which turns into darker red overtime and during winter. In summer small white flowers appears which gives a fantastic contrast with the red leaves. Lophomyrtus ‘Red Dragon’ thrive best in sun or part shade and well drained soil. Protect young plants from heavy frost but once matured they are frost hardy. An ideal plant for a small hedge or to give color to a mixed border.