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Lophomyrtus x ralphii 'Little Star'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 18"-4'
  • W: 18"-4'

planting zones

  • 8b-11

Lophomyrtus x ralphii 'Little Star' plant details

Lophomyrtus x ralphii 'Little Star' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with variegated foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lophomyrtus x ralphii 'Little Star'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen variegated
Mature size: 18 IN - 4 FT - wide, 18 IN - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cut leaves, easy-to-grow, hedge, patio, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lophomyrtus x ralphii 'Little Star'

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Petite little shrub, eventually to 3-4 ft though can be kept much smaller, with evergreen, 1/3” leaves streaked pink and white. Wonderful small garden specimen or container knitter. Frost hardy into the upper teens briefly – upper USDA zone 8. Otherwise easy to grow in full sun to partial shade with some summer water. Avoid heavy fertilizing. Good addition to flower arrangements.

Gardening facts about Lophomyrtus x ralphii 'Little Star' plant

How to Grow Lophomyrtus x ralphii 'Little Star'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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