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
Ground Covers
Size (H x W)
Height: 0.5–1 m Width: up to 1 m
Native to the coastal regions of Western Australia.
Kuranga respectfully acknowledges the traditional owners, the Wurundjeri people, as the custodians of this land. We pay respect to all Aboriginal community Elders, past and present, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the history of the region.
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