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Bookmark or Share- How to Grow and Care for Common Myrtle - The SpruceUpdated on 01/06/22. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova. In This Article. Care. Uses. Varieties. Propagating. Growing in Pots. Pruning. Pests and Diseases. FAQ. Native to the Mediterranean and northern Africa, the common myrtle ( Myrtus communis) has been beloved as a houseplant and topiary since ancient times.
- How to Plant and Grow Myrtle - Better Homes & GardensMyrtle is a spectacular evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean and Middle East—and it has long been used as a symbol of love. It features aromatic branches of dark green, glossy leaves that are often used in floral arrangements and prized for their sweet, spicy citrus scent.
- How To Grow Sweet Myrtle In Your Garden - Gardening Know HowSweet myrtle ( Myrtus communis) is also known as true roman myrtle. What is sweet myrtle? It was a plant commonly used in certain Roman and Greek rituals and ceremonies and was cultivated widely in the Mediterranean. This small tree to large bush makes an excellent accent to the landscape.
- Myrtus communis | BBC Gardeners World MagazineA native of dry Mediterranean scrub, common myrtle, Myrtus communis, is an aromatic evergreen shrub with pointed, glossy leaves. Its sweet-scented flowers, white with a hint of pink, have very long stamens which create a fluffy appearance. These are followed by small purple-black berries.
- How to Successfully Grow Myrtle: A Field Guide to Planting, Care, and ...Growing Myrtle: Tips at a Glance. The evergreen shrub myrtle has glossy green leaves and a small white puff of a flower. An unassuming backdrop in a garden, likes warm climates that remind it of its Mediterranean origins. Type Flowering shrub ; Lifespan Long-lived perennial ; USDA Zones 8-11 ; Light Full to partial sun ; Water Well-drained soil
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