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Common Name: Chilean Guava, Murta, Murtilla.Plant Family: Myrtaceae Plant Type: Hardy Shrub
An evergreen shrub related to the Myrtle with small leathery leaves and dainty pink flowers followed by scented dark red berries which can be made into jam. Apparently favoured by Queen Victoria. Grow in a sheltered sunny spot in well drained soil.
POT SIZE/QUANTITY: 1.5 litreSeason of Interest: All year roundBee and Butterfly: BeeSun or Shade: Sun to Part ShadeHeight: medium (up to 6 feet)Minimum temperature: HardyPosition/Situation: Sunny BorderPlanting Style: formalScent: Scented LeavesFlower Colour: WhiteLeaf Colour: GreenEvergreen: YesSoil Type: Heavy/ClaySoil PH: No preferenceRabbit & Deer Resistance: Not Known To Be ResistantResistance to Honey Fungus: Resistant to Honey Fungus
Availability:
6 in stock
20% off Hardy Shrubs
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The exact size of plants will vary with the growing season and may be cut back in accordance with normal pruning regimes or to fit in the box if they are excessively tall.
