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Myrtus communis 'Compacta'

Dwarf Myrtle

Plant photo of: Myrtus communis 'Compacta'
Information by:         Photographer: Greg Applegate/Mullany

 

Description

This evergreen shrub grows to 6' x 5'. Leaves are glossy, dark green and aromatic. It blooms with white sweet-scented flowers followed by bluish-black berries. It can be grown in sun or partial shade. Well drained soil is essential. Myrtus communis 'Compacta' has smaller leaves than Myrtus communis and is often used for edges and low formal hedges.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green, White, Variegated

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Black, Blue

Fruit Season

Fall

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants according to their water needs.

Creating separate zones for drought-tolerant plants, medium water-use plants, and water-thirsty grass will help prevent overwatering.