Myrtle (Myrtus communis) is a spectacular evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean and the Middle East, and it has long been used as a symbol of love. It features aromatic branches of dark green, ...

When it comes to shrubs, the common myrtle is about as close to perfection as it gets. It was not by chance that, for the ancients, its diamond-shaped leaves represented the all-seeing eyes of wisdom.

Here are five things to work on in the garden this week: Vegetables. An easily memorized rhyme concerning crop rotation in the vegetable garden goes like this: “beans, roots, greens, fruits.” The idea ...

Looking for a beautiful, low-maintenance plant that thrives in sunny, warm climates? The common myrtle shrub is a perfect choice. It's a Mediterranean shrub admired for its attractive leaves, ...

For vibrant summer color, few flowering plants can compete with the crepe myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica). Just look around your neighborhood. Nearly every street in the South is lined with these ...

When it comes to shrubs, the common myrtle is about as close to perfection as it gets. It was not by chance that, for the ancients, its diamond-shaped leaves represented the all-seeing eyes of wisdom.