Hypocalymma angustifolium – Myrtle

Hypocalymma angustifolia - white myrtle
Hypocalymma angusifolia - white myrtle
Hypocalymma angustifolia - white myrtle

This dainty little shrub bears masses of pink and white flowers in spring, and grows to around a metre and a half tall and wide. It likes a sheltered spot in full sun to dappled shade, and a well drained soil. Lovely for cut flowers, and the narrow leaves have a spicy fragrance. Prune after flowering to keep the plant dense.

Family : Myrtaceae

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Plant Type : Small shrub, Large shrub

Width : 1.5

Flowering Time : Spring

Soil Type : Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Potting mix

Climate Zone : Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Spreading, Mound-shaped

Soil Moisture : Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage

Special Uses : Cut flower, Pipe and drain friendly

Scientific Name: Hypocalymma angustifolium

Common Name : Myrtle

Height : 1.5

Flower Color : White, Pink

pH Level : Acid, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Courtyard, Container growing, Cottage garden, Flower garden, Coastal garden, Drought resistant

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial, Short lived

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Butterflies, Other insects

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Hypocalymma angustifolium – Myrtle