Myrtus communis 'Compacta'

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Compact Myrtle

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Greg Applegate/Mullany

 

Description

This evergreen shrub is 6' high and 5' wide with aromatic leaves. It blooms with white, sweet-scented flowers followed by bluish black berries. It can be grown in sun or partial shade; well drained soil is essential. 'Compacta' has smaller leaves and is often used for edges and low formal hedges.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green, White, Variegated

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Black, Blue

 

Fruit Season

Fall

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.