Thryptomene baeckeacea – Myrtle

Thryptomene baeckeacea - myrtle
Thryptomene baeckeacea - myrtle

A charming and very adaptable low shrub, with masses of small and dainty flowers along the stems in autumn through winter. There are white, pink and purple flowering forms, and they can range from groundcovers to shrubs around a metre high. Suits a wide range of soil types, sun to part shade. Happy in coastal gardens, drought hardy, and very useful for cut flowers. The foliage is pleasantly aromatic. Looks great massed planted, and can be used for informal low hedging. Can be kept more compact if needed by regular pruning.

Family : Myrtaceae

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Plant Type : Small shrub, Large shrub, Ground cover

Width : 1.2

Flowering Time : Autumn, Winter

Soil Type : Sandy, Clay, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix, Saline, Poor soil

Climate Zone : Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Dense foliage, Mound-shaped, Weeping

Soil Moisture : Dry, Well-drained

Special Uses : Cut flower, Fragrant oils, Playground friendly

Scientific Name: Thryptomene baeckeacea

Common Name : Myrtle

Height : 1.2

Flower Color : White, Pink, Mauve

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, Half shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Butterflies, Other insects

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Thryptomene baeckeacea – Myrtle