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    Myrtus communis ssp. tarentina 'Compacta'

    Also Known As

    • Myrtus communis 'Compacta'
    • Dwarf Myrtle

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 2'-3'
    • W: 2'-3'

    planting zones

    • 8a-11

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    Myrtus communis ssp. tarentina 'Compacta' plant details

    Myrtus communis ssp. tarentina 'Compacta' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Myrtus communis ssp. tarentina 'Compacta'

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: myrtaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: container plant, edible, fragrant, topiary, year-round-interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Myrtus communis ssp. tarentina 'Compacta'

    USDA Zones: 8a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: even moisture
    Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Densely-set, small, glossy-leaves are highly aromatic when bruised and have long been used as a culinary spice. Becoming a small mounding 2-3'shrub, this compact grower is an excellent choice for edging, hedge or as a subject for bonsai. Summer brings masses of beautiful creamy-white blooms with long, showy stamens. The blossoms give way to tiny blue-black fruits which are eaten fresh or used to make 'Mirto', a much loved herbal liqueur which makes a colorful cocktail addition! This evergreen was held sacred by the Greco-Romans who dedicated it to Venus the goddess of love. S/M-D

    By: Forestfarm

    An herb grown for it's strongly scented foliage (when crushed). Commonly grown as a topiary specimen. Small fragrant white flowers are borne in summer. Provide good drainage and allow soil to dry between waterings.

    By: Almost Eden

    Can't tolerate drought? This plant can! If that's not a catchy hook, I'm not sure what is. I'll skip all the stuff about how legendary this plant is since I wouldn't really know what I'm talking about. The main point is it's a useful garden plant that we don't see enough of in the Northwest. Native to the Mediterranean, it has glossy, deep green, evergreen leaves and white exotic looking flowers followed by edible fruit. This dwarf form remains only a few feet tall and would be great for borders and edging, as a feature shrub or for many other uses. Hardy to about 10 °F.

    By: The Desert Northwest

    Gardening facts about Myrtus communis ssp. tarentina 'Compacta' plant

    How to Grow Myrtus communis ssp. tarentina 'Compacta'

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    Features

    • Fruit

      • black

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Texture

      • glossy

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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