About
A bushy, medium-sized, evergreen shrub with small, aromatic, dark green leaves with a neat, cream border. Scented white flowers, 2cm in width, appear from mid- to late summer into autumn, followed by purplish-black berries.
About the genus
Myrtus are evergreen shrubs or small trees with aromatic, leathery leaves and solitary, bowl-shaped white flowers followed by fleshy, often edible berries
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height1.5-2.5 metres
Spread1.5-2.5 metres
Time to full height10-20 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Mediterranean climate plants, Patio and container plants
FragranceFlower, Foliage
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moist but well-drained soil, sheltered from cold, dry winds. Requires a long, hot summer to produce flowers and fruits
PruningPruning group 9
PropagationPropagate by semi-hardwood cuttings
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely)