THRYPTOMENE Baeckeacea

Botanical Name: Thryptomene baeckeacea

Common Name: Myrtle

Plant Type: Small, rounded, native shrub

Flower Colour: Pink flowers in Spring

Foliage: Tiny, deep green foliage

Height: 1m

Width: 1m

Features: Drought resistant
– Attracts bees, butterlfies and other insects

Plant Uses: Groundcover
– Cut flower
– Fragnant oils
– Container growing
– Flower garden
– Cottage garden
– Informal low hedging

Light: Full sun to part shade

Soil: Moist, well-drained soil enriched with mulch

Watering: Water well and thoroughly until established
– For optimum floral display, it is best watered once a week at the base of the plant

Fertilising: Fertilise once every 6 months with ‘Osmocote- Native controle

Pruning: Prune lightly after flowering to maintan compact growth