Botanical Name
Myrtus communis
Plant Type
Shrubs
Plant Height Min
10ft
Plant Height Max
12ft+
Plant Spread Min
5ft
Plant Spread Max
8ft
Light
Sun/Part Shade
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Seasonal Interest From
Spring
Seasonal Interest To
Summer
Plant Color
White
Seasonal Feature
Flower
Water Needs
Medium
Fine-textured evergreen shrub or small tree; fragrant flowers; heat and drought tolerant; good substitution for Boxwood; attracts bees; prune only to shape as needed