Agonis flexuosa 'Nana'Dwarf Willow Myrtle

The Agonis flexuosa 'Nana', or Dwarf Willow Myrtle, is a compact, evergreen shrub with fine, dark green foliage that releases a pleasant peppermint scent when crushed. A smaller variety of the Willow Myrtle, this dense and rounded plant grows to about 1 to 1.5 metres tall and wide, making it ideal for low hedges, borders, or as a feature in smaller gardens. Its understated elegance and hardiness make it a popular choice for a variety of landscape styles.

Tough and drought-tolerant, Dwarf Willow Myrtle is a versatile and low-maintenance addition to gardens and landscapes.

Specifications

• Height1 to 1.5 metres
• Width1 to 1.5 metres
• Native toWestern Australia
• FoliageFine, dark green leaves with a pleasant aroma; evergreen
• Growth rateModerate

Conditions

• SoilPrefers well-drained soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, and clay types
• LightFull sun to partial shade
• WaterLow to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• ClimateThrives in temperate, arid, and coastal regions

Additional Features

• FormCompact, rounded growth habit with dense foliage
• UsesPerfect for low hedges, borders, mass planting, or feature planting
• SpacingPlant 0.8 to 1 metre apart for dense hedging or as individual displays
• Low MaintenanceRequires minimal care; prune lightly to maintain shape
• Pest ResistanceHardy and generally pest-free
• Drought ToleranceSuitable for water-wise and low-maintenance gardens
• Wind and Salt ToleranceIdeal for coastal and exposed locations
• Seasonal AppealEvergreen foliage provides year-round structure and greenery
• VersatilityComplements native, formal, and modern garden styles

The Dwarf Willow Myrtle is a durable and attractive plant, perfect for adding texture, structure, and low-maintenance greenery to gardens and landscapes.

Project pedigree: This species anchors the winter and shoulder seasons in Ornatec's flowering calendar guides. Read the seasonal flowering record.