Name: Polygala myrtifolia
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Polygala myrtifolia

Botanical Name: Polygala myrtifolia

Common Name: September bush

Plant Type: Shrub

Polygala myrtifolia is an evergreen, tall glossy leafed shrub, bearing masses of magenta-pink pea shaped flowers all year. Likes full sun or semi shade. Prune to shape.

Plant Description:

Polygala myrtifolia is an evergreen, tall glossy leafed shrub, bearing masses of magenta-pink pea shaped flowers all year. Likes full sun or semi shade. Prune to shape.

Afrikaanse Naam: Bloukappie

Hardiness: Very hardy

Position: Sun

Water Requirements: Water wise

Evergreen: Evergreen

Growth Rate: Fast

Flowering Time: All year

Flower Colour: Mauve

Shape: Compact

Soil: Loam

Plant Size: 2m

Region: Western Cape, Eastern seaboard

Habitat: Forest margin, Riverine

Grown by Wildflower Nursery: Yes