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Myrtus communis 'Boetica'
Twisted Myrtle
Information by: George Hull MSN Photographer: Mountain States Nursery
Description
This evergreen shrub is 6' x 5'. Glossy dark green leaves are aromatic. 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. Myrtus communis 'Boetica' grows upright, with larger, darker leaves and thick, twisted branches than Myrtus communis.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6', 6-12'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Black, Blue
Fruit Season
Fall
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.