Austin Watershed Protection

Greek Myrtle

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Botanical Name
Myrtus communis
Plant Type
Shrubs
Plant Height Min
10ft
Plant Height Max
12ft+
Light
Sun/Part Shade
Seasonal Interest From
Spring
Seasonal Feature
Flower
Plant Color
White
Plant Spread Min
5ft
Plant Spread Max
8ft
Water Needs
Medium
Seasonal Interest To
Summer
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Zilker Only
N/A
Comments

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