Common Myrtle
Common name
Common Myrtle
Botanical name
Myrtus communis
Variety
Compacta
Zone
USDA Zone 8 (10°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).
Light
Sun
Height
5-8' (1.5-2.5 m)
Habit
Rounded
Feed
Use all-purpose
Water
Every other day
Bloom Color
Green
Bloom Time
Summer
Maintenance
Protect from winter winds
About
Glossy, aromatic foliage and fragrant flowers make this a choice selection for adding to the garden. Appropriate for mixed gardens, containers, topiary and hedging. This variety is particularly compact and dense. Prefers a sunny location with moist, well-drained soil.
