Bog myrtle is a woody, deciduous shrub that can grow over 1m high. It gives off an aromatic smell similar to eucalyptus.
Its leaves are grey-green on red twigs and it flowers from April to May.
Bog myrtle is a good indicator of wet heath and boggy.
Bog myrtle can grow in areas with high acidity and it thrives in water logged soils. Its leaves can be used for stuffing chickens and due to their fragrant smell they are also good for clearing sinuses!
Producer - As a green plant bog myrtle produces energy through the process of photosynthesis.
The traditional management systems that created the forest heathland are in decline. This impacts on the plants and animals that rely on this artificially managed landscape. However, perhaps the biggest threat to the wet heathland of the National Park is through Global Warming.
Why not help make a difference: reduce, re-use and recycle!