Wax Myrtle
Wax Myrtle
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Myrica cerifera
Myrica cerifera
Wax myrtle, Bayberry, Candleberry
Southeastern U.S.
20
–
30 feet
10
–
12 feet
Texas
Full Sun
Part Sun/Shade
Low
Deer Resistant
Birds
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About This Plant
Sun/part shade; evergreen, with wispy, fragrant olive-green leaves, insignificant flowers, and waxy gray bayberries that can be used to make candles. Wax myrtle makes a great fast-growing evergreen screen, but be careful not to overwater during establishment, or it may grow sloppy and weak.
Also available in a dwarf variety.
Maintenance
Occasional light pruning.
Features
Plant Type:
Large Shrub
Size:
20-30' H, 10-12' W
Sunlight Requirements:
Full Sun, Part Sun/Shade
Soil Types:
Clay, Sandy, Well drained
Wildlife:
Birds, Butterflies
Flower Color:
Yellow
Bloom Time:
February, March, April
Freeze Hardy:
Yes
Invasive:
No
Caution:
None
Coupon Eligible:
No
This plant goes well with
Prunus caroliniana
Forestiera angustifolia
Ilex vomitoria
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