Myrtus communis 'Compacta'

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Dwarf True Myrtle

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Greg Applegate/Mullany

 

Description

This evergreen shrub is 2'-3' tall and wide with aromatic leaves. It blooms with creamy white flowers in spring. It can be grown in sun or partial shade; well drained soil is essential. 'Compacta' has a dense habit and can be trained as a topiary. It is often used for edges and low formal hedges.

 

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  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.