Lophomyrtus obcordata

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

8b-11

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Lophomyrtus obcordata plant details

Lophomyrtus obcordata is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional - low water. Does well in lean and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lophomyrtus obcordata

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, fragrant, hedge

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lophomyrtus obcordata

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low

Soil needs: lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

[Taringatua, SI, NZ] - Myrtaceous shrub of New Zealand, this form has wiry, deep brown stems with 1/4-1/2", round, plum-tinted leaves appearing to float among them. In spring these 6-8' shrubs are adorned with clusters of rounded, white, fragrant flowers. Fine garden specimens, hedges, or container plants and easily shorn to shape. At least tolerant of dappled shade though leaf color is at its best in bright light. Also prefers well-drained soil relatively low in nutrients. This is one of the hardiest species, doing well in our garden for some time though should be protected where temperatures drop regularly into the upper teens °F, USDA zone 8b. Myrtaceae