Myrtus communis
Will it grow back?
Shoot User
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My 14 year old myrtle has lost it's leaves and looks dead, should I take it out altogether or cut it down to the ground? Unfortunately it is the focal point of a very small town garden great for the foliage and the privacy it allowed I am very sad this has happened regards mandy
Posted: Friday 26th of April 2013 04:09 PM Last reply: Tuesday 1st of April 2025 05:18 PM
Is it dying?
Lou
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When garden was re-designed, this thriving hedge, approx 3x3x3ft was uprooted and moved 6 weeks ago. Now, all the leaves have fallen off leaving a skeleton of branches. Is it possible that this is just shock and it might recover?
Thanks, Lou
Lou
Thanks, Lou
Lou
Posted: Friday 19th of April 2013 09:33 PM Last reply: Tuesday 1st of April 2025 05:18 PM
Re: pruning common myrtle
Nicola
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Hi Fiona - please add this plant to your plants I have list and once you do that you will get a how and when to prune guide for this plant. It will appear in your care calendar and within the plant page itself. We only give specific how-to's for the plants you add to your lists.
If you still have more questions after reading the advice there, please write back again and we'll try to help out.
All the best Nicola
If you still have more questions after reading the advice there, please write back again and we'll try to help out.
All the best Nicola
Posted: Sunday 10th of October 2010 08:42 AM
pruning common myrtle
Shoot User
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when is the best time to prune this shrub p,ease , mine has really outgrown its space but i love it .
Posted: Saturday 9th of October 2010 06:58 AM Last reply: Saturday 1st of March 2025 12:33 PM
Myrtus communis
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The common myrtle is found all over the Mediterranean but may have originated from western Asia. One variety, Myrtus communis tarentina 'Jenny Reitenbach', is reliably frost resistant. The plant has been widely and anciently grown for a variety of medicinal properties. Nectar and pollen in the flowers are offered to hoverflies and bees and may be followed by ovoid fruits that become dark purple.
Posted: Wednesday 10th of June 2009 05:21 PM Last reply: Saturday 1st of March 2025 12:54 PM