Calytrix alpestris
SNOW MYRTLE
Myrtaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 8-9b

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to warm low sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: moderate wind, second line salt wind, heavy frost
2m
Plant habit
 
1.8m

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Garden Styles: suits alpine, bush, coastal, cottage, dry style & mediterranean designs

Uses: border

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average

 
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Calytrix alpestris
SNOW MYRTLE
Myrtaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 8-9b

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to warm low sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: moderate wind, second line salt wind, heavy frost
2m
Plant habit
 
1.8m

FEATURES

Flowers: white & pink

Flowering Time: early spring to early summer

Leaves: aromatic


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits alpine, bush, coastal, cottage, dry style & mediterranean designs

Uses: border

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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