Myrica californica |
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Pacific Wax Myrtle |
This large shrub can reach 10'-30' tall and has glossy, apple green leaves that turn dark green with maturity. Tiny yellow insignificant flowers appear in summer, followed by purple berries that attract birds. Used very effectively as a screen and is wind and ocean spray tolerant. Leaves are aromatic.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
25-40'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Dark Green, Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Purple
Fruit Season
Fall
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.