Product description
Lophomyrtus ralphii Magic Dragon is a dense, bushy evergreen shrub with dark, colourful foliage and summer flowers. Deep, reddish purple leaves are edged with creamy pink, providing colour all year long. In late summer, the plant is peppered with masses of small white flowers with a beautiful scent. In autumn, flowers are followed by small, black berries.
Plant your Lophomyrtus ralphii Magic Dragon in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade and pruning in late winter will encourage growth the following year. This plant works well in beds and borders, but it is also perfect for hedging and screens.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may, therefore, differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. This plant will be supplied in a growers pot.
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Lophomyrtus 'Magic Dragon'
Lophomyrtus 'Magic Dragon'
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Product description
Lophomyrtus ralphii Magic Dragon is a dense, bushy evergreen shrub with dark, colourful foliage and summer flowers. Deep, reddish purple leaves are edged with creamy pink, providing colour all year long. In late summer, the plant is peppered with masses of small white flowers with a beautiful scent. In autumn, flowers are followed by small, black berries.
Plant your Lophomyrtus ralphii Magic Dragon in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade and pruning in late winter will encourage growth the following year. This plant works well in beds and borders, but it is also perfect for hedging and screens.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may, therefore, differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. This plant will be supplied in a growers pot.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Lophomyrtus benefits from occasional pruning to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth.
How to Water
Water regularly during the growing season, ensuring the soil stays evenly moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in winter.
How to Plant
Plant Lophomyrtus in well-draining, slightly acidic soil in a spot with full sun or light shade. Dig a hole that’s twice the size of the root ball, place the plant, and backfill with soil. Water well after planting to settle the roots.
