Max Height: 3m Spread: 3m
Origin: Mediterranean Family: Myrtaceae
Common Name: Common Myrtle Flower Colour: White
Drought Tolerance: Low Salinity Tolerance: Low
Sun Tolerance: High Wind Tolerance: Medium
Water Requirement: Low PH Level: Basic
Pest Tolerance: High Disease Tolerance: High
Growth Rate: Slow Fragrance: Yes
***40-60 cm
Myrtle, Myrtus Communis, is an evergreen shrub known for its fragrant oil. It's an ideal plant for growing in low-lying areas and is popular for its medicinal and cosmetic benefits. Myrtle is a resilient species that thrives in both sun and shady areas, making it an attractive option for any garden.
Myrtus communis “Myrtle” is upright, bushy shrub, arching with age, bearing opposite, ovate, glossy, dark green leaves, to 5cm long. From mid- to late summer or early autumn, produces solitary, 5-petalled flowers, 2cm across, with conspicuous central tufts of white flowers stamens; flowers are followed by oblong-ellipsoid, purple-black berries, 1cm long.
evergreen shrub, Myrtus communis, Outdoor Plants, Shru
