Myrtus communis subsp tarentina - foliage

Myrtus communis subsp tarentina - established plant

Myrtus communis subsp tarentina - foliage

Myrtus communis subsp tarentina - established plant

Myrtus communis subsp tarentina

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£19.95

(Dwarf Myrtle) A slow growing, evergreen dwarf shrub with dainty, narrow dark green leaves and masses of pretty, lightly scented white flowers in late summer followed by attractive white berries.

Myrtus communis subsp tarentina is suitable for even the smallest of gardens and can also be grown very well in a large container or pot.

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Supplied Size:

3 litre pot (2-3 years old, 20-30 cm tall)

Delivery Options

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(flat fee for any number of plants by courier to most of the UK*)

Standard: £5.95 (special offer rate)

Priority: £15

Click & Collect: free

*Surcharges apply for delivery to Highlands & Islands.
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(For any number of plants
by courier to most of the UK*)

Standard: £5.95
Priority: £15
Click & Collect: free

*Surcharges apply for delivery to Highlands & Islands.
Standard shipping is shown as default
this can be changed during checkout.

Key Information
Product Details

Position: Sheltered in full sun or light, dappled shade.
Soil: Well drained, fertile soil.
Hardiness: Requires a warm position. Myrtus communis subsp. tarentina requires shelter from cold winter winds and can suffer damage in a severe winter if not protected.
Flowering Period: July - August.
Flower Colour: White
Rate of Growth: Slow.
Habit: Compact, rounded shrub.
- Height: up to 1.5 m (5 ft).
- Spread: 1.5 m (5 ft).

Notes: Please be aware that Myrtus communis subsp. tarentina can be a fickle and difficult plant in the winter or if planted in a poor position. As such, it is not covered by our normal guarantee.

How Much Sun: Full Sun, Light Shade
Eventual Size: Shrub - Small (less than 1.5m)
Growing Conditions: Site: Coastal Areas, Soil: Acid
Special Features: Scented, Evergreen, Suitable for Containers, Flowers in Summer

Brand BlueBell Nursery

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