Shrubs

Myrtus communis 'Monfazred' (Sweet Maroon Myrtle)

Myrtus communis 'Monfazred' (Mon Fazred)

Also known as Dwarf Myrtle cultivar

$52.95

Size

SunFull sun to part shade
💧WaterModerate
🌡Zones8-11
🦌DeerResistant
🌊CoastalSuitable

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About This Plant

Myrtus communis 'Monfazred' (Sweet Maroon Myrtle), 'Monfazred', is valued for its garden character and seasonal interest in PNW landscapes.

Myrtus communis 'Monfazred' is an ornamental shrub valued for its seasonal interest and the role it plays in the garden landscape.

Full sun to part shade suits this species. Plant in moist, well-drained soil. Hardy USDA Zone 5 to 9. Provide consistent moisture during establishment. Watch for general pest pressures common to the region.

For a Pacific Northwest native shrub of similar character, consider Mahonia aquifolium (Tall Oregon Grape, Oregon state flower), Philadelphus lewisii (Mock Orange), or Holodiscus discolor (Oceanspray) , all support native pollinators and birds.

Plant Details

Botanical
Myrtus communis 'Monfazred' (Mon Fazred)
Common name
Dwarf Myrtle cultivar
Mature size
3-4 ft tall × 3-4 ft wide
Growth rate
Moderate
Bloom time
Spring to summer
Bloom color
Red
Foliage color
Green

Care Notes

Plant in well-drained soil. In the PNW, site in the warmest sheltered spot to protect from hard frost. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape. Tolerates moderate moisture; avoid waterlogged soils.

Garden Attributes

  • Pacific NW native
  • Deer resistant
  • Coastal suitable
  • Grown organically
  • Pollinator value: Bees, Bumblebees
  • Wildlife: Pollinator support
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