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Backhousia myrtifolia
Grey Myrtle
The Backhousia myrtifolia, commonly known as Grey Myrtle, is a versatile and attractive Australian native shrub or small tree. Its dense, glossy green foliage emits a pleasant aroma when crushed, and it produces clusters of small, creamy-white flowers in late spring and summer, attracting birds and pollinators. Growing up to 3 to 7 metres tall, Grey Myrtle is ideal for hedging, screening, or as a feature tree in native and subtropical gardens.
Hardy and adaptable, Grey Myrtle thrives in a variety of conditions, adding both beauty and ecological value to landscapes.
Specifications
- Height3 to 7 metres
- Width2 to 4 metres
- Native toAustralia (eastern coastal regions)
- FoliageGlossy green, aromatic leaves; evergreen
- Growth rateModerate to fast
Conditions
- SoilPrefers well-drained soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, and clay types
- LightFull sun to partial shade
- WaterModerate; drought-tolerant once established
- ClimateThrives in temperate, subtropical, and coastal regions
Additional Features
- FlowersClusters of small, creamy-white blooms in late spring and summer
- FormUpright growth with a dense, bushy canopy
- UsesIdeal for hedges, screens, feature planting, or wildlife gardens
- SpacingPlant 2 to 4 metres apart for hedges or standalone displays
- Low MaintenanceMinimal pruning required; trim lightly to shape if desired
- Pest ResistanceHardy and generally pest-free
- Drought TolerancePerforms well in water-wise gardens once established
- Wildlife AttractionFlowers attract birds, bees, and other pollinators
- VersatilityComplements native, formal, and contemporary garden styles
- Erosion ControlSuitable for stabilising slopes and riverbanks
The Grey Myrtle is a resilient and beautiful native plant, perfect for adding greenery, privacy, and biodiversity to gardens and landscapes.
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