Myrtle (Curry)

COMMON NAME: Myrtle (Curry)

BOTANICAL NAME: Backhousia angustifolia

DESCRIPTION: A dense evergreen shrub or small tree. Has distinctive narrow, glossy green leaves. Produces delightful clusters of small white flowers during spring and summer. Leaves and flowers have a magnificent curry scent and flavour.

HEIGHT: The small tree can get up to about 6 metres.

WIDTH: The span of the plant is 2-3 metres.

CLIMATE INFO: Thrives in warm climates and prefers well-drained soils. Native to areas of south-east Queensland all the way down through to mis NSW. Grows well in full sun or part shade. Very adaptable to large pots as well.

GARDEN USES: With its unique narrow foliage and scented flowers, it makes a great feature plant in your garden. Also, if its clipped regularly it can make and interesting hedge option.

CULINARY USES: The leaves can be used as a culinary spice. Used dry or fresh they are a great addition to cooking, particularly curries. The flowers are also edible and have a strong curry aroma.

CONTAINER TYPE: 55mm Nursery Tube. (Tube diagonal width is 55mm, Tube height is 85mm).

CURRENT PLANT HEIGHT: Approximately 100mm to 150mm.

                       (Seasonal pruning and/or packaging may occasionally reduce height)

PROPAGATION TYPE: Cutting grown.