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Myrtus communis tarentina 'Compacta'
Compact True Myrtle
Information by: Photographer: Greg Applegate/Mullany
Description
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. 'Compacta' has smaller leaves and is o
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3'
Width Range
n/a
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green, White, Variegated
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Black, Blue
Fruit Season
Fall
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