About
An evergreen sub-shrub or sprawling perennial from South Africa with small, leathery, mid-green, heath-like leaves and short, erect stems bearing small, tubular, pale orange-yellow flowers in dense terminal heads in spring and summer. An ornamental Ericaceae relative for a warm, sunny, well-drained frost-free border.
About the genus
Myrteola is a genus of plants encompassing species that may be herbaceous, shrubby, or woody. They are grown for their ornamental flowers, foliage, or fruit, and vary in hardiness and cultural requirements
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.