Snow Myrtle (Calytrix Alpestris) is a perennial shrub in the Myrtaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low to medium watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Calytrix alpestris, commonly known as snow-myrtle, is a shrub species in the myrtle family Myrtaceae, endemic to southern continental Australia.

Snow Myrtle

Snow Myrtle

Calytrix Alpestris

Calytrix alpestris, commonly known as snow-myrtle, is a shrub species in the myrtle family Myrtaceae, endemic to southern continental Australia.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
low to medium
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Snow Myrtle

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Myrtaceae
Genus:Calytrix