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Lophomrytus x ralphi 'Black Beauty'

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION

Compact erect bushy shrub with with brownish to cinnamon coloured bark. The broadly-ovate leaves blistered between the veins to give lush textured look. The leaves are a rich reddish purple, going darker in the cold months. It has small cream flowers in summer followed by reddish-purple berries. It may need some protection from frost when young, needs well drained soil that does not get too dry. Sun or semi shade.

Genus

Lophomrytus

Species x ralphi

Cultivar 'Black Beauty'

Common name

Myrtle, Ramarama

Hybrid

L. bullata x L. obcordata

Family name

Myrtaceae

Place of origin

New Zealand

DETAILS

Height

2 m

Width

1 m

(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)

Leaves

Evergreen

Soil Type

Grows in most soil types / Prefers good loamy soil

Moisture

Avoid dry soils / Soil must be well drained

Exposure

Grows in exposed or coastal sites. / Grows in sun or semi-shade / Will tolerate moderate frosts

Garden Style

Immaculate / Indigenous / Nourishment / Sanctuary / Texture

Plant Type

Shrubs