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PHYLICA arborea
Commonly known as Island Cape myrtle
Small needle-like leaves and white flowers
£25.00 each
Plant Details
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Good to know
A little-known plant in cultivation with scant cultural details -
Place of origin
South Atlantic islands, including Tristan da Cunha group. Amsterdam Island, southern Indian Ocean -
EvergreenNeedle-like with white-woolly undersides
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White
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Tender (greenhouse & conservatory)
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Height
4m (13ft) -
Spread
4m (13ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightYew-like shrub or small tree
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Heated greenhouse - warm temperate
Can be grown outside in summer. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 5°C (41°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size4m (13ft)
4m (13ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Coastal / windsweptGreenhouse / conservatoryNot the sort of plants to be grown outside where there are likely to be frosts. These plants need to be grown in a conservatory or cool greenhouse or at least brought inside for the winter
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Phylica - Growing Guide
