Polygala myrtifolia grow and care – shrub to small tree of the genus Polygala also known as Myrtle leaf milkwort or Sweet Pea Bush, Polygala myrtifolia perennial evergreen plant also used as ornamental hedge plant and drought tolerant, can grow in mediterranean, subtropical, temperate or tropic climate and growing in hardiness zone 9+
Leaves color green in oval shape.
Flower color purple in pea shape, flowers grow in clusters.
Nothing special
What is the best way to start growing?
Plant / Seed / Vegetative reproduction
Is it necessary to graft or use vegetative reproduction?
No
Difficulties or problems when growing:
Aggressive
Planting season:
Spring / Summer / Autumn
Pests and diseases:
Aphids
Pruning season:
Autumn / Winter
How to prune:
Dust for design and dead parts
Size of the plant?
1.8-4m, 6-13 feet
Growth speed in optimal condition:
Fast growing / Medium growing
Water requirement:
Small amount of water / Average amount of water
Light conditions in optimal condition for growing:
Full Sun / Half Shade
Is it possible to grow indoor as houseplant?
No
Growing is also possible in a planter /flowerpot / containers:
Yes
Bloom season?
Winter / Spring / Summer
General information about the flower:
Pea shape flowers in purple color
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