Myrtus communis 'Compacta'
(compact myrtle)
evergreen
- hardy
- sun, part shade
- average watering to dry
- medium growing
- Myrtaceae, resistant to Texas root rot and drought, smaller variety available, rounded form to 5-6' wide, old plants can reach tree like proportions.
- pleasantly aromatic when brushed or bruised, grows well in part shade but will also take hot bright sun.
- low maintenance
- medium foundation shrub
- Wide screening
- Fragrance
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