Luma apiculata – Pb6.5

Also known as Myrtus luma or Chilean Myrtle. An upright, bushy evergreen shrub with small, aromatic leaves and flaking cinnamon-brown bark. Produces clusters of small, white flowers in summer followed by dark, purple-black berries. Plant in either full sun or part-shade in average to fertile soils that are free-draining. Suitable for hedging and screens. May grow to between 4m and 5m in height. Hardy.