Botanical Name
Thryptomene baeckeacea
Common Name
Myrtle
Description
Thryptomene baeckeacea is a dense, compact shrub growing 0.5–1 metre tall, with narrow aromatic green leaves and masses of pink to purple flowers from late Autumn through Spring. It thrives in well-drained soils and grows best in full sun to part shade. Once established, it is both drought and frost tolerant. A versatile plant ideal for low hedging, borders or as a flowering groundcover, offering long-lasting seasonal colour.
Plant Category
Small Shrubs
Size (H x W)
Height: 0.5–1 m Width: up to 1 m
Thryptomene baeckeacea naturally occurs in heathlands and sandy soils of Western Australia, thriving in well-drained acidic soils with Mediterranean climate conditions and good air circulation.
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