Myoporum parvifolium 'Purpurea'

Botanic Name: Myoporum parvifolium 'Purpurea'
Common Name: Purpurea Myoporum
Plant Description: A vibrant, low-growing groundcover with narrow, green leaves that turn a purplish hue in cooler weather. The 'Purpurea' variety features small, white to pale pink, star-like flowers that bloom in spring and summer, offering a burst of colour against the darkening foliage. It is an excellent choice for adding a unique, colourful groundcover or filler plant to gardens, especially in coastal or low-maintenance landscaping projects.
Key Features: Purple-hued foliage, small white to pink flowers, fast-growing, evergreen, drought-tolerant.
Used For: Ideal for groundcover, garden borders, erosion control, or as a filler in flower beds. It is also perfect for coastal gardens, hanging baskets, or as an alternative to lawns in low-maintenance landscapes.
Ideal Growing Position: Prefers full sun to part shade in well-drained, sandy or loamy soil. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.
Plant Height: 0.1–0.3 metres
Plant Width: 1–2 metres