Lemon scented myrtle

Backhousia citriodora

Buy Lemon scented myrtle

Australian native shrub to medium sized tree grown for profuse floral display and highly aromatic leaves.

FEATURES: Long, narrow, light green, strongly lemon scented leaves. New leaves are red. Clusters of cream-white flowers in Summer and Autumn. Trees in rainforest areas can grow to 20m tall.

CONDITIONS: Suits most soil types. Prefers moist, well drained soil in semi-shade. Tolerates full sun in cool areas.

FOR BEST RESULTS: Protect trees from frosts and strong winds. Fertilise during the growing season. Water well during Summer.

PLANTING IDEAS AND USES:

• great feature specimen

• ideal for mixed shrub beds and borders

• plant in groups to form a hedge or windbreak

• use in cooking wherever lemon flavour required.

See also: Forestry Tubestock of Lemon Scented Myrtle