10 Seeds Dwarf Heath Myrtle Baeckea virgata Compact Evergreen Shrub

Dwarf Heath Myrtle is a compact, finely textured evergreen shrub valued for its dense, needle-like foliage and profuse small white flowers that appear along the stems. It forms a tidy, rounded habit that works well in small gardens, borders, and containers, offering year-round structure and a soft, feathery look. Its adaptable nature and manageable size make it a useful choice for mixed plantings and low-maintenance landscapes.
In the garden, Dwarf Heath Myrtle serves as an attractive ornamental accent, informal low hedge, or container specimen. The delicate white blooms create a light seasonal display, while the fine foliage provides a calm green backdrop for bolder plants. It responds well to light pruning to maintain shape and performs best in a sunny position with well-drained soil.
Species: Baeckea virgata
Type: Evergreen shrub
Plant_Habit: Compact, rounded
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, sandy to loamy
Zones: 9-11
Germination: Surface sow, light required, keep moist
Sowing: Sow on moist seed-raising mix, do not bury deeply
Spacing: 60-90 cm
Notes: Light pruning maintains dense habit