Botanical Name: Myrtus communis ‘Compacta’
Common Name: Dwarf myrtle
Type of Plant: dicot: shrub
Character evergreen
 
Habit of Growth:
Overall Shape erect, very densely branched, develops into full, oval to rounded canopy (denser than the species)
Height 5-10' (15')
Spread 4-10'
Growth Rate moderate
 
Environment:
Exposure outdoors full/partial sun
Soil tolerates most, including alkaline
Hardiness hardy (zones 8-24); best in warm, sunny locations
 
Morphology:
Leaves pinnate, opposite, elliptic-ovate, 1/2-3/4" long, bright green, shiny, pungent when crushed
Flowers creamy white, 3/4" across, many stamened, fragrant, both terminal and axillary – spring
Fruit blue black berry, 1/2" long
 
Propagation:
seed, semi-hardwood cuttings
 
Usage:
classic hedge plant or topiary material because of its dense form and small leaves – large filler, screens, slope plantings
 
Landscape Care:
Watering occasional deep soak – avoid excessive watering
Fertilizing little required after established
Pruning to shape desired anytime
Pests/Diseases relatively free
Special Conditions/Other
 
Origin: Europe/Asia
Family: Myrtacea

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