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Myrtis communis /Myrtle
Spring flowers
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Spring flowers
Mature shrub in spring bloom
Flowering branch and small, fine textured foliage
Small, abelia-like foliage
Fine textured foliage
Summer foliage
Dense foliage on a relatively young plant
Close-up of foliage
Used as a clipped hedge
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Scientific Name:
Myrtis communis
Common Name:
Myrtle
Plant Type:
Evergreen
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
8, 9
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Height:
10-15 feet
Spread:
5 - 10 feet
Bloom time:
Spring, Summer
Flower color:
White
Fruit present:
Fall, Winter
Fruit color:
Blue, Black
Light Exposure:
Sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist,
Rate of Growth:
Moderate
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
No
Comments:
Has aromatic, fine textured, bright green foliage which has a very short petioles. It does well in dry landscapes and is used for cut foliage, hedges, screens, in contasiners and as a bonsai selection. It produces fragrant, white flowers in late spring and early summer.