Myrtus communis ‘Compacta’
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Dwarf Myrtle
| Evergreen-Deciduous | Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Mature Height & Spread | 2-4' Tall x 2-4' Wide |
| Exposure | Full Sun to Partial |
| Water | Low water once established |
| Flower Color | Creamy White |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Special Features | Deer Resistant, Tolerates Coastal Conditions, Shade Tolerant |
| Container Sizes | #1, #5, #15 |
| Sunset Garden Zones | 8-24 |
| Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 9 |
| Plant Type | Shrub |
Versatile, slow-growing evergreen shrub with an abundance of creamy-white blooms in spring. Excellent selection for a small hedge. Prefers full sun, but will tolerate partial shade. Also tolerant of coastal conditions. Plant in well-draining soil. Low water requirement, once established.
