cinnamon myrtle plant Grey Myrtle: Native Plant for Your Garden

cinnamon myrtle plant Grey Myrtle: Native Plant for Your GardenBackhousia myrtifolia Grey myrtle Cinnamon Myrtle Mature height: 3 6m Tall x 2 4m wide Recommended spacing: 1m 2m apart (Hedge screen) Ideal growing conditions: Full sun part shade. Growth rate: Moderate Tolerates: Coastal areas. Light frost and drought once established. Noteworthy: Australian Native, Scented leaves (Cinnamon), attracts wildlife (birds, bees and other pollinators), edible leaves are used in foods and herbal teas. Uses: Statement

Backhousia myrtifolia - Grey myrtle/  Cinnamon Myrtle

• Mature height: 3-6m Tall x 2-4m wide
• Recommended spacing: 1m-2m apart (Hedge/screen)
• Ideal growing conditions: Full sun-part shade.
• Growth rate: Moderate

Tolerates: Coastal areas. Light frost and drought once established.

Noteworthy: Australian Native, Scented leaves (Cinnamon), attracts wildlife (birds, bees and other pollinators), edible - leaves are used in foods and herbal teas.

Uses: Statement/Feature plant, street tree, hedges/screens, pot/container plant, topiary, Native gardens, Aromatic plants.

Colour/Growth form: Evergreen dense shrub, green fragrant leaves, cream-white flowers in Summer.

What is Backhousia myrtifolia?

Backhousia myrtifolia, also known as grey myrtle, is a versatile Australian native adored for its aromatic leaves and decorative clusters of flowers. This tree adds charm and vitality to coastal gardens and shaded areas, making it a landscape favourite.

How to Care for Backhousia myrtifolia

Backhousia myrtifolia thrives in well-drained soils with regular watering. Though low maintenance, it benefits from a slow-release fertiliser for optimal growth. Suitable for full sun to part shade, it integrates seamlessly into various garden settings.