Hypocalymma puniceum – Large Myrtle

Hypocalymma puniceum - pink myrtle

A spreading shrub to a metre high and wide, it has masses of gorgeous pink-red tiny flowers through summer, which contrast nicely with the fine grey green foliage. Native to inland S.W. Western Australia, it grows on harsh sandy or loamy soils.

Family : Myrtaceae

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Plant Type : Small shrub

Width : 1

Flowering Time : Summer

Soil Type : Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam

Climate Zone : Warm temperate, Mediterranean, Semi-arid

Growth Habit : Evergreen

Soil Moisture : Well-drained

Special Uses : Cut flower

Scientific Name: Hypocalymma puniceum

Common Name : Myrtle

Height : 1

Flower Color : Red, Pink

pH Level : Acid, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant Environment : Container growing, Cottage garden, Flower garden

Light : Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Butterflies, Other insects

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Hypocalymma puniceum – Large Myrtle