Myrica gale

Northern hemisphere of the earth.

Bog myrtle is an upright, ovoid and tightly growing small shrub. It usually reaches a height of 0.5 - 1.5 m and is approx. 0.5 - 1.5 m wide. It usually grows 10 - 25 cm per year.

The shoots of Myrica gale are reddish-brown.

The deciduous leaves of Bog myrtle are medium green, matt, alternate. They are about 3 - 6 cm in size. Bog myrtle turns a bright amber-yellow in autumn.

The amber-yellow flowers of Bog myrtle appear in catkins from April to May.

The brown cones of Myrica gale are particularly decorative. The young cones have an amber-yellow colour.

Myrica gale is a heartroot.

Preferred location in a sunny position.

The Bog myrtle has good frost hardiness.

Myrica gale thrives on all acidic, humus-rich and sufficiently moist soils.

Landscape, bog bed, natural garden

The plant has a medium water requirement.

Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).