myrtle house plant Myrtus c. 'Compacta'

myrtle house plant Myrtus c. 'Compacta'Myrtus communis 'Compacta' The Dwarf Myrtle grows into a medium size evergreen shrub up to 5 ft. high and as wide. It is one of the most popular and well adapted plants for clipped hedges and topiary uses. Foliage is comprised of 1 2 in. long pointed leaves that are bright glossy green and have a spicy fragrance when clipped or crushed. Noticeable clusters of small white flowers are pleasantly fragrant and occur in spring. For more flowers, avoid

Myrtus communis 'Compacta'

The Dwarf Myrtle grows into a medium-size evergreen shrub up to 5 ft. high and as wide. It is one of the most popular and well-adapted plants for clipped hedges and topiary uses. Foliage is comprised of 1-2 in. long pointed leaves that are bright glossy green and have a spicy fragrance when clipped or crushed. Noticeable clusters of small white flowers are pleasantly fragrant and occur in spring. For more flowers, avoid shearing. Easy to grow, adaptable, durable.

Growth Guide

These key details will help you understand how your plant will grow and what conditions bring out its best.

     Exposure: Full to part sun

    Watering: Moderate to high

     Mature Height: 4-6 feet

     Mature Width: 4-5 feet

     Ships: With soil

Plant Highlights

A quick snapshot of what makes this plant stand out.

     Easy To Grow

     Moderate To Fast Growing

    Good For Pots

     Cold Hardy

    Fire Resistant

    Deer Resistant

Where To Plant

USDA Hardiness Zones show which plants thrive in your climate based on average winter lows. The lower the number, the colder the region. Use the map below to find your zone and choose plants that will grow successfully year after year.

     Hardiness Zone: 8-10 (USDA)

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