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Myoporum

Myoporum Laetum

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Overview

Myoporum laetum, commonly known as Ngaio Tree, is an evergreen hailing from New Zealand. This fast-growing shrub or small tree boasts glossy, oval leaves with a fleshy texture, reaching a mature height of 15-20 feet with a spread of 10-15 feet. It displays white to pale pink flowers in summer, followed by non-edible purple berries. Ideal for screening or hedging, it thrives in full sun and adapts to various soil types.

Sun FullWater Low, MediumZones 9–11Climate Mediterranean
Myoporum (Myoporum Laetum) — Myoporum laetum, commonly known as Ngaio Tree, is an evergreen hailing from New Zealand

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Myoporaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Myoporum (Myoporum Laetum) — which are glossy and somewhat fleshy; and placement should consider its ability to act as a windbreak or privacy screen, image 96
Myoporum (Myoporum Laetum) — exuding a distinct oils when crushed; reaching a mature height of 15-20 feet with a spread of 10-15 feet, image 97
Myoporum (Myoporum Laetum) — Spring and summer usher in an array of delicate white flowers; boasting a width of 15 to 20 feet at maturity, image 98
Myoporum (Myoporum Laetum) — each about 0.4 inches across; offering added ecological value.<br><br>This species favors full sun exposure, image 99
Myoporum (Myoporum Laetum) — offering added ecological value.<br><br>This species favors full sun exposure; boasting a width of 15 to 20 feet at, image 102
Myoporum (Myoporum Laetum) — These fruit are alluring to birds; reaching a mature height of 15-20 feet with a spread of 10-15 feet, image 101
Myoporum (Myoporum Laetum) — and while it thrives in well-drained soils; offering added ecological value.<br><br>This species favors full sun, image 103
Myoporum (Myoporum Laetum) — it exhibits considerable drought tolerance once established; and placement should consider its ability to act as a, image 104
Myoporum (Myoporum Laetum) — making it a low-maintenance option for xeriscaped gardens; reaching a mature height of 15-20 feet with a spread of, image 105
Myoporum (Myoporum Laetum) — The Myoporum laetum is also renowned for its salt spray tolerance; boasting a width of 15 to 20 feet at maturity, image 106
Myoporum (Myoporum Laetum) — presenting an excellent choice for seaside settings.<br><br>When designing landscapes with Myoporum laetum; offering, image 107
Myoporum (Myoporum Laetum) — spacing should allow for its mature spread; and placement should consider its ability to act as a windbreak or privacy, image 108
Myoporum (Myoporum Laetum) — and placement should consider its ability to act as a windbreak or privacy screen; reaching a mature height of 15-20, image 109

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