Myrtus communis ‘Boetica’
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Twisted Myrtle
| Evergreen-Deciduous | Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Overall Mature Size | Large |
| Mature Height & Spread | 9-12' x 9-12' |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Water | Medium, Low Water |
| Flower Color | White |
| Bloom Time | Spring, Summer |
| Special Features | Attracts Birds, Butterflies, Edible, Hedge, Low Water Use, Screen |
| Container Sizes | #1, #5 |
| Natural Growth Habit | Upright |
| Sunset Garden Zones | 8-24, H1, H2 |
| Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 8A-10A |
| Plant Type | Shrub |
Moderate-growing, large evergreen shrub or small tree with an upright growth habit to 9-12’ tall and wide. This attractive variety is especially upright-growing compared to others in its genus, and features densely-set, fragrant dark-green leaves accented with clusters of frilly white flowers that appear at the branch tips in late-spring to summer. Flowers are followed by small, blueberry-like berries. Well-suited as a formal or informal hedge or screen and makes a great courtyard, container or planter specimen. Low water needs once established. Thrives in an acidic, well-drained soil in a full sun to partial shade exposure.
USDA Zone: 8A-10A
