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AMOMYRTUS
Genus of 2 species of evergreen shrubs or small trees from scrub and woodland in in temperate South America.
They are closely related to myrtles, having more aromatic leaves. They thrive in coastal areas with warm summers, have attractive bark, flowers and sweet, edible fruit.
The large amounts of pollen attract bees.
Further Reading....
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EvergreenOpposite, oval or lance-shaped, leathery, dark-green leaves.
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Full sunShelter from cold, drying winds. -
Partial shadeLight, dappled shade.
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Additional Features
Good to knowClosely related to Myrtus but have more aromatic leaves and flowers have 5 rather than 4 sepals and petals. Berries contain 4-6 hard, woody seeds. Grown for attractive bark, foliage and fragrant flowers.
Pests & DiseasesNone.
Place of originSouth America. -
Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soil
Amomyrtus luma - Care Guide
Buy Varieties of AMOMYRTUS
AMOMYRTUS luma
Luma, Myrtle, Ugni
formerly Myrtus lechleriana - copper coloured young leaves and abundant clusters of creamy-yellow flowers in MAY which often cause the branches to sag. Edible berries
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
