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Myrtus communis

Myrtle

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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer:

 

Description

This upright, dense evergreen shrub grows to 5' x 4'. Fragrant foliage will yellow if overwatered. It can be grown in sun or partial shade. It blooms with white sweet-scented white flowers followed by bluish/black berries. Native to the Mediterranean.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Black, Blue

Fruit Season

Summer

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost, or aged sawdust.

Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.