Myrtle is a trailing plant most often used for a ground cover. The flowers of the species are pale blue and the stems root as they grow along the ground. Myrtle grows best in partial shade in a moist soil. Bulbs may be interplanted with myrtle giving a nice effect.
Cultivars offer purple flowers, double flowers, and yellow or variegated leaves.
Myrtle may be propagated by softwood cuttings or division. Variegata' - The leaves have white margins. Lake County Nursery 1997, White Flower Farm 1997, Wayside Gardens 1996, Monrovia Nursery Company 1997, Ray Wiegand's Nursery 1997. This information is for educational purposes only. References to commercial products or trade names does not imply endorsement by MSU Extension or bias against those not mentioned.