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    AMOMYRTUS
    AMOMYRTUS luma
    AMOMYRTUS luma
    © Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only.
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    AMOMYRTUS luma

    Commonly known as 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
     
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    • Berries
      These plants have berries.
    • Good to know
      Syn. Myrtus lechleriana, Myrtus luma of gardens. Berries are edible. Thrives in coastal areas with warm summers. Attracts insects.
    • Pests & Diseases
      None.
    • Place of origin
      Chile.
    • Evergreen
      Dark-green leaves 2.5-5cm (1-2in) long.
    • Cream
    • Racemes
      Compact, axillary racemes of 4-10, 1cm (½in) across
    • Coastal / windswept
      In more sheltered site
    • Fully hardy
    • Entire
    • Ovate
    • Height
      6m (20ft) or more
    • Spread
      4m (13ft)
    • Tall Shrub
      Upright, bushy shrub or multi-stemmed tree. Produces spherical red berries which ripen to black.
    • Pruning group 1
      Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
      Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
      When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.

    • Hardy - average winter
      Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)
    • Scented flowers
    • Scented foliage
      Strongly aromatic.
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Winter Seasonal Interest
    • Fertile well drained soil
    • Full sun
      Shelter from cold, drying winds.
    • Partial shade
      Light, dappled shade.
    • Broadly columnar
    • Mature Size
      6m (20ft) or more
      		 Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
        4m (13ft)
      		  
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