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Myrtus communis ‘Compacta’ (Dwarf Myrtle)

Myrtus communis 'Compacta'
Dwarf Myrtle

A slow-growing, evergreen shrub, Myrtus communis 'Compacta', commonly known as Dwarf Myrtle, is cherished for its dense, aromatic foliage and compact form. This versatile plant features glossy, dark green leaves that release a pleasant fragrance when crushed, and it produces small, fragrant white flowers in the spring, followed by blue-black berries. Its tidy growth habit makes it an excellent choice for low hedges, borders, topiary, or container plantings.

Plant Type Shrub
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Water Needs Low
Flower Color White
Flower Season Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Growth Rate Slow
Height 2-3 ft
Spread 2-3 ft
Spacing 2 ft
Characteristics Evergreen
Attracts Bees, Pollinators
Maintenance Low
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers, Small Gardens
Tolerance Clay Soil, Cold, Deer, Drought, Dry Soil, Frost, Heat, Rabbit, Rocky Soil
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil PH Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
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