Myrtus Microphylla — Myrtle is an evergreen Mediterranean shrub with aromatic leaves, fragrant white flowers and decorative berries.
Botanical name: Myrtus communis
Position: Sun
Flowering: June–August
Height: 100–250 cm
Winter care: tolerates brief frosts to −8 °C, but roots are exposed in a pot — overwinter in a bright, cool place (5–10 °C)
Watering: let the compost dry halfway between waterings; it will not tolerate standing water. Never leave water in the saucer.
Available size: bush, Ø 15 cm
| Life cycle | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Frost hardiness | Not frost-hardy |
