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Austromyrtus dulcis

Midgen Berry, Midyim

Myrtaceae

Description:

An ornamental and very adaptable shrub with beautiful foliage often tipped with bright pink. Produces profuse, delicate white to pink flowers in spring, followed by delicious white fruit speckled with purple. A favourite for birds and bushfood enthusiasts, ideal as an understorey or edging plant in coastal and native gardens.

Special Features:

  • Edible fruit

  • Bird-attracting

  • Great for understorey and edging plantings

  • Suitable for semi-exposed seaside gardens

Natural Habitat:

Seacoast, Coastal Heath

Tree/Shrub Height:

Sprawling shrub, usually less than 1m

Aspect:

Full Sun, Partial Sun/Shade

Soil/Conditions:

Adaptable

Flower Colour:

White

Austromyrtus dulcis - Midgen Berry, Midyim

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