Myrtle ‘Ralph Shugert’

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Myrtle ‘Ralph Shugert’ is a full-sun to shade, deer-resistant perennial hardy to zone 4; we sell it in 1-gallon pots for $14.99 at both stores.

Height & spread	4–6 in tall
Sun	Full sun, Part sun, Part shade, Shade
Hardiness	USDA zones 4–9
Bloom season	Spring
Flower color	Blue
Growth habit	Spreads quickly — give it room, or plant it where it can fill in.

Pot size	Price
1GAL	$14.99

Call South Portland or Westbrook to check availability.

Availability may change and prices are subject to change.

About this plant

Intense blue flowers, variegated foliage

Is Ralph Shugert myrtle deer resistant?

Yes. Ralph Shugert myrtle is rarely bothered by deer, which makes it a good choice for Maine gardens with deer pressure.

How much sun does Ralph Shugert myrtle need?

Ralph Shugert myrtle grows best in full sun to shade.

Is Ralph Shugert myrtle hardy in Maine?

Yes. It’s hardy to USDA zone 4, and Greater Portland is zone 5b–6a, so it comes back reliably each year.

How tall does Ralph Shugert myrtle get?

Ralph Shugert myrtle grows 4–6 in tall.