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Dwarf Myrtle

Myrtus Communis 'Compacta'

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Overview

Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus communis 'Compacta') is a fragrant, evergreen shrub that thrives in full sun to partial shade. It grows to a tidy 2-3 feet high and wide, making it ideal for low hedges or container plantings. Its dense foliage is a glossy, dark green, and it produces small, white, aromatic flowers in summer followed by purplish-black berries. Hardy yet compact, it requires minimal trimming and is drought-resistant once established.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 9–11Type ShrubClimate Mediterranean
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus communis 'Compacta') is a fragrant
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — this dwarf variety typically grows to a manageable height of 2 to 4 feet and spreads equally wideDwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — which are also aromatic and can attract birds to the landscape.<br><br>Preferring full to partial sunDwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — the plant produces an abundance of whiteDwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — Its dense foliage is a glossyDwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — aromatic flowers in summer followed by purplish-black berriesDwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — During late spring to early summer+17

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Myrtaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus communis 'Compacta') is a fragrant
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — this dwarf variety typically grows to a manageable height of 2 to 4 feet and spreads equally wide
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — which are also aromatic and can attract birds to the landscape.<br><br>Preferring full to partial sun
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — the plant produces an abundance of white
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — Its dense foliage is a glossy
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — aromatic flowers in summer followed by purplish-black berries
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — During late spring to early summer
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — This versatile and low-maintenance dwarf shrub will provide structure and elegance to any garden design
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — is a popular evergreen shrub known for its compact growth habit and versatile landscaping applications
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — sweetly-scented flowers that add a delicate contrast to the foliage
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — the plant may bear purplish-black berries
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — Myrtus communis 'Compacta' thrives in well-drained soil and is able to tolerate a variety of conditions
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — It grows to a tidy 2-3 feet high and wide, making it ideal for low hedges or container plantings
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — Hardy yet compact, it requires minimal trimming and is drought-resistant once established
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — the Dwarf Myrtle offers year-round visual interest
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — or as a formal border due to its uniform appearance.<br><br>With its dense
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — evergreen shrub that thrives in full sun to partial shade
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — A cultivar of the common myrtle
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — The leaves also emit a pleasant fragrance when bruised, providing an aromatic experience in the garden
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — scientifically named Myrtus communis 'Compacta'
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — which makes it an excellent choice for foundation plantings
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — Following the flowering period
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — white flowers in the garden
Dwarf Myrtle (Myrtus Communis 'Compacta') — When designing a landscape
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