Hypocalymma robustum – Swan River Myrtle

Hypocalymma robustum - Swan River Myrtle
Hypocalymma robustum - Swan River Myrtle
Hypocalymma robustum - Swan River Myrtle

A small shrub growing to around 1.5 metres high with small thin mid green foliage. Flowering from late winter through spring with masses of pink to mauve flowers appear in clusters along the stems. Beautiful when flowering but can be less hardy in humid climates, preferring Mediterranean climates of dry summer and wet winter. Needs well drained soil in full sun or dappled shade and it is tolerant of moderate frost.

Family : Myrtaceae

Cultivar Name:

Plant Type : Small shrub, Large shrub

Width : 1.5

Flowering Time : Spring, Winter

Soil Type : Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix

Climate Zone : Warm temperate, Mediterranean

Growth Habit : Evergreen

Soil Moisture : Well-drained

Special Uses :

Scientific Name: Hypocalymma robustum

Common Name : Myrtle

Height : 1.5

Flower Color : Pink, Mauve

pH Level : Acid, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant Environment : Container growing, Cottage garden, Flower garden, Drought resistant

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Butterflies, Other insects