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.