Baeckea virgata

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Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
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Baeckea virgata, Babingtonia virgata, Sannantha virgata, Twiggy Heath Myrtle, Tall Baeckea, Twiggy Heath Myrtle Baekea virgata

Baeckea virgata, commonly known as the Twiggy Heath Myrtle, is an elegant, Australian native shrub. It features masses of pretty, white flowers during spring and summer which are held on slender stems amidst the fine, green foliage. New foliage has a distinctive bronze tinge. This evergreen typically grows to 2-4 m tall and 2-3 m wide, and can be trimmed as necessary. Baeckea virgata is commonly added to mixed plantings, used as an informal hedge, planted for screening, or grown to attract birds.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	4.00 m
Spread:	3.00 m
Flowering time:	Spring, Summer
Tolerances:	Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:	Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas, Screening
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Baeckea virgata, Babingtonia virgata, Sannantha virgata, Twiggy Heath Myrtle, Tall Baeckea, Twiggy Heath Myrtle Baekea virgata

Baeckea virgata Details

Baeckea virgata (aka Babingtonia virgata and Sannantha virgata), and also commonly known as the Twiggy Heath Myrtle, is an elegant, Australian native shrub. It features masses of pretty, white flowers during spring and summer which are held on slender stems amidst the fine, green foliage. New foliage has a distinctive bronze tinge. This evergreen typically grows to 2-4 m tall and 2-3 m wide, and can be trimmed as necessary. It grows best in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site and is tolerant of moderate frost, dry periods, and some wind. Baeckea virgata is commonly added to mixed plantings, used as an informal hedge, planted for screening, or grown to attract birds.