A large shrub/small tree with cinnamon coloured peeling bark revealing cream patches beneath. Delicate white flowers appear in late summer, followed by red and black fruit. Approx 3m tall by as much across in 5 years. Ideally in a sheltered spot in sun or semi-shade, with a moist but well drained soil.
Myrtus luma
Delicate white flowers appear in late summer, followed by red and black fruit. Approx 3m tall by as much across in 5 years.
Additional information
| Generic | Myrtus |
|---|---|
| Species | luma |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 3m |
| Family | Myrtaceae |
| Spread | 3m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | July, August |
| Colour Fruit | purple, black |
| Fruits When | August |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | Shelter from cold drying winds |
| Hardiness | Frost hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Warm wall |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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