Myrtus communis 'Variegata' |
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Variegated Common Myrtle |
This evergreen shrub is 6' high x 5' wide with aromatic leaves. It blooms with white sweet-scented flowers followed by bluish/black berries. It can be grown in sun or partial shade; well drained soil is essential. 'Variegata' has white edged leaves.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green, Variegated
Bark Color
Brown
Fruit Color
Black, Blue, Purple
Fruit Season
Winter, Fall
Apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch in planting beds to conserve water, suppress weeds, and protect the soil from compaction and erosion.