A small shrub growing to around 1.5 metres high with small thin mid green foliage. Flowering from late winter through spring with masses of pink to mauve flowers appear in clusters along the stems. Beautiful when flowering but can be less hardy in humid climates, preferring Mediterranean climates of dry summer and wet winter. Needs well drained soil in full sun or dappled shade and it is tolerant of moderate frost.
Plant Type - Small shrub, Large shrub
Common Name - Myrtle
Scientific Name - Hypocalymma robustum
Family - Myrtaceae
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Minimum Height - 1
Maximum Height - 1.5
Minimum Width - 1
Maximum Width - 1.5
Flower Colour - Pink, Mauve
Flowering Time - Spring, Winter
pH Level - Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type - Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix
Plant Environment - Container growing, Cottage garden, Flower garden, Drought resistant
Climate Zone - Warm temperate, Mediterranean
Light - Sunny, Light shade
Growth Habit - Evergreen
Life Span - Perennial
Soil Moisture - Well-drained
Propagation Method - Seed, Softwood cutting, Semihardwood cutting
Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
Plant Usage - Feature plant
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Attracts Wildlife - Butterflies, Other insects
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